The death toll in Sri Lanka from Cyclone Ditwah has risen to 638, according to the Disaster Management Center (DMC). The increase is attributed to severe adverse weather conditions the country has faced in recent days. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115779
Health officials, specifically the College of Ophthalmologists of Sri Lanka, have cautioned about the risk of spreading eye diseases in shelters for those impacted by Cyclone Ditwah. They emphasize the need for vigilance to prevent outbreaks in these facilities. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115778
Cyclone Ditwah affected Sri Lanka on November 28, flooding one-fifth of the country and impacting around 2.3 million people, including over half being women, according to UNDP analysis. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115777
The Colombo Magistrate’s Court has granted bail to Mohammed Hilmi, former Chairman of the Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment, following his arrest by CIABOC on corruption allegations. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115774
Thilina Madushanka has been appointed as the Basnayake Nilame of the Ruhunu Maha Kataragama Devalaya, according to a report by Ada Derana. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115773
The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) has identified approximately 15,000 landslide-prone areas nationwide, prompting the relocation of nearly 5,000 families living in these high-risk zones. Warnings about potential landslides have been extended. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115772
The Indian Army has intensified its humanitarian efforts in Sri Lanka post-Cyclone Ditwah, focusing on expedited bridge repairs and enhanced medical aid through Operation Sagar Bandhu. This initiative reflects the Army’s commitment to support affected communities during the crisis. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115771
A youth was killed with a sharp weapon in a financial dispute in the Walana Road area of Panadura, as reported by local police. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115770
The Irrigation Department has lowered water levels in several major reservoirs nationwide in anticipation of expected rainfall in the coming days. This proactive measure aims to manage potential impacts from the rain. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115769
President Trump cautioned India against “dumping” rice in the US and indicated possible new tariffs on agricultural imports, particularly rice from India and fertilizers from Canada, as trade negotiations with both nations remain stagnant. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115768