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Torrential rains devastate over 15,000 acres of paddy fields

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10 months ago

June 9, 2024

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Recent torrential rains and floods have devastated more than 15,000 acres of paddy fields, the Ministry of Agriculture reported. While the bulk of the damage affected paddy fields in their early stages of cultivation, mitigating the overall impact, the destruction is still significant.

Agriculture Minister Mahinda Amaraweera confirmed that upcountry vegetable cultivations largely escaped the worst effects of the rains. “Vegetable farmers have not been affected significantly as the rains did not have a major impact on these crops,” he stated.

Amaraweera assured that affected farmers would receive compensation. “Those whose cultivations have been damaged by heavy rains and floods will be compensated,” he said. The Minister has submitted a proposal to the Cabinet seeking approval for compensation funds.

The Ministry of Agriculture estimates that Rs. 100 million will be required to support farmers who have suffered crop losses. Additionally, the inclement weather has impacted tea cultivation in the Southern Province.

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Colombo Stamp Show begins today

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5 minutes ago

March 27, 2025

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The Colombo Stamp Show takes place from today (March 27) until March 29th at Philatelic Bureau premises, Colombo 10.

The event is organized by the Philatelic Bureau, Department of Posts.

According to that department, visitors will have the opportunity to purchase a wide range of philatelic items, including local and international vintage stamps, first-day covers, commemorative postcards, as well as rare coins and currency notes.

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Special notice for Lankans in S. Korea

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27 minutes ago

March 27, 2025

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The Sri Lankan Embassy in South Korea has urged Sri Lankan nationals living in the country to remain vigilant over the wildfires originated in Central Uiseong County.
Issuing a statement, the Sri Lankan Embassy in South Korea has requested Sri Lankans to refrain from visiting the affected areas, as possible.

They have also been requested not to use flammable products such as barbecue equipment.

Sri Lankans facing any emergency or distress due to the wildfires have been urged to contact the Sri Lankan Embassy via the following hotlines;

(+82-2) 735 2966
(+82-2) 735 2967
(+82-2) 794 2968

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High Court judge recuses from ‘Krrish Case’

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33 minutes ago

March 27, 2025

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Colombo High Court judge Manjula Thilakaratne today (March 27) recused himself from the ongoing ‘Krrish’ case.

The case is filed against Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) MP Namal Rajapaksa over an alleged misappropriation of Rs. 70 million related to the Krrish transaction.