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Showers today afternoon as well

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1 year ago

December 12, 2023

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Showers will occur at times in Eastern Uva and North-central provinces and in Nuwara Eliya district while several spells of showers may occur in Northern province and in Hambantota district, says the Met. Department.

Misty conditions prevailed in certain areas in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Southern and Uva provinces and showers or thundershowers will occur at several places in the other areas of the island after 1.00 p.m.

Fairly heavy showers above 75mm are likely at some places in Central, Sabaragamuwa, Uva, Eastern and Western provinces and in Galle and Matara districts.

Meanwhile, the Irrigation Department has issued an ‘Amber’ flood warning for the low-lying areas of the Nilwala River as the water levels are on the rise.

The flood warning is effective for the following low-lying areas of the Nilwala River until 11:30 a.m. today (Dec.12): Pasgoda, Kotapola, Pitabeddara, Akuressa, Athuraliya, Malimbada, Thihagoda, Matara and Devinuwara Divisional Secretariat Divisions.

In an advisory, Eng. S.P.C. Sugeeshwara, the Director of Irrigation (Hydrology & Disaster Management), urged the motorists passing through these areas to exercise caution.

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Police media spokesman resigns

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8 hours ago

March 20, 2025

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The Sri Lanka Police Media Spokesman SSP Buddhika Manatunga has tendered his resignation from the position.

According to reports, he has handed over his letter of resignation to the Acting IGP Priyantha Weerasooriya.

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Speaker endorses certificate on Inland Revenue (Amendment) Bill

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8 hours ago

March 20, 2025

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Hon. Speaker of Parliament endorses the certificate on the Bill

The Inland Revenue (Amendment) Bill was passed without amendments in Parliament today (20).

The debate on the Second Reading of this Bill was held today from 5:40 PM to 7:10 PM. Subsequently, following the consideration of the Bill at the Committee Stage, the Inland Revenue (Amendment) Bill was passed in Parliament.

The Inland Revenue (Amendment) Bill was presented to Parliament for its First Reading on 01.03.2025.

Furthermore, Speaker, Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne endorsed the certificate on Inland Revenue (Amendment) Bill today (20), in accordance with Article 79 of the Constitution.

Accordingly, this Bill will be enforced as the Inland Revenue (Amendment) Act No. 02 of 2025.

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Japan provides fire trucks to Sri Lanka

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8 hours ago

March 20, 2025

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The Government of Japan, through a grant assistance of JPY 300 million, has decided to provide state-of-the-art Japanese fire trucks to the Government of Sri Lanka to strengthen disaster response capabilities in the country’s Export Processing Zones (EPZs), ensuring a safer business environment and contributing to economic and social stability.

Ambassador of Japan to Sri Lanka – Mr. Akio Isomata SOMATA and Secretary of the Finance Ministry – Mr. K. M. M. Siriwardana, today (March 20) signed and exchanged notes in Colombo on this grant assistance.

The EPZs play a crucial role in Sri Lanka’s economy by attracting investment and driving industrial growth.

The increasing risks of fire hazards and other emergencies risk hampering its critical functions.

The Japanese fire trucks, equipped with cutting-edge technology, will bolster the capacity of EPZs, safeguarding businesses, workers, and communities.

The project also underscores Japan’s unwavering commitment to addressing Sri Lanka’s socio-economic challenges and promoting sustainable development.