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Showery & windy conditions expected to continue

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The Meteorology Department has announced that the ongoing showery and windy conditions over the island are likely to persist due to the active Southwest monsoonal condition.

Regional Weather Forecast:

– **Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, North-western, and Southern Provinces:**

  – Frequent showers are expected.

  – Heavy showers exceeding 100mm are likely in some areas within the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and the Nuwara-Eliya district.

– **Uva Province and Ampara, Batticaloa Districts:**

  – Showers or thundershowers are anticipated in the evening or night.

Wind Conditions:

– **Western Slopes of the Central Hills, Northern, North-central, Western, Southern, and North-western Provinces, Trincomalee, and Monaragala Districts:**

  – Strong winds between 50-60 kmph can be expected at times.

Marine Weather Forecast:

– **General Sea Conditions:**

  – The sea areas surrounding the island will be very rough due to the active Southwest monsoonal condition.

  – Naval and fishing communities are advised against venturing into the sea areas until further notice.

– **Wave Heights:**

  – Expected to increase up to 2.5m – 3.5m in sea areas off the coast from Kalpitiya to Pottuvil via Colombo, Galle, and Hambantota.

  – Nearshore sea areas from Kalpitiya to Matara via Colombo and Galle may experience surges due to sea waves.

– **Sea Areas from Puttalam to Matara via Colombo:**

  – Showers or thundershowers will occur at times.

  – South-westerly winds will dominate, with speeds between 40-50 kmph, potentially increasing up to 60-70 kmph at times.

  – The sea will be very rough, especially during thundershowers with temporarily strong gusty winds.

Precautions:

– Residents in affected regions are advised to be vigilant about potential heavy rains and strong winds, which could cause hazards such as falling trees, landslides, and flooding.

– Fishermen and naval personnel should heed the advisories and avoid going out to sea during this period to ensure their safety.

Stay updated with local weather bulletins and take necessary precautions to stay safe during these adverse weather conditions.

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China to provide full school uniform requirement for 2025 (Pics)

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The Chinese embassy in Colombo reached another step in providing scholarships for children from low-income families.

Accordingly, scholarships for 100 students at the Badulla Keppitipola Maha Vidiyalaya (National School) was handed over on Nov. 01, with the embassy pledging Rs. 2.5 million for the cause.

Speaking at the event, Chinese Ambassador – Mr. Qi Zhenhong said that the scholarship programme, which began in 2016, is now active in 20 schools across Sri Lanka.

Noting that China donated 70% of the required school uniform material for Sri Lankan students in 2023, and 80% in 2024, the ambassador said that they hope to provide the full requirement of school uniform materiel for the 2025 academic year.

“In the 2025 academic year, we will donate 100% of the fabric for school uniforms, totaling 11.82 million meters, worth approximately 5.2 billion rupees, which will be shipped to Colombo in three batches before the end of this year,” he said.

 The ambassador added : “In addition, the Chinese government, local governments, and non-governmental organizations have donated schoolbags, stationery, and other learning materials to thousands of students in remote areas, and plan to build 900 smart classrooms in 500 schools across Sri Lanka in the next few years, benefiting over 1 million students.”

Ambassador Qi expressed that China is not only a true friend but also a reliable partner of Sri Lanka, which is moving towards a new era under the strong leadership of current President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.

Embassy staff, Uva Province Education officials as well as students, staff and alumni of the school attended the event.

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Laugfs gas prices also to remain unchanged

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Laugfs Gas PLC announced that the company will not revise domestic LP gas prices for the month of November 2024.

Accordingly, the current prices of Laugfs domestic LP gas cylinders are as follows :
12.5 kg cylinder – Rs. 3,680
05 kg cylinder – Rs. 1,477

Earlier today (Nov. 04)  Litro Gas also said that domestic LP gas prices will remain unchanged for this month.

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Lohan Ratwatte’s wife also remanded

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Shashi Prabha Ratwatte, the wife of former State Minister Lohan Ratwatte, has been arrested and remanded after appearing before the Nugegoda Magistrate’s Court.

She was arrested over the discovery of an unregistered car found at her house in Mirihana.

The Nugegoda Magistrate has ordered her to be held in remand custody until Nov. 07.

Her husband, Lohan Ratwatte, too is currently remanded.

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