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Major flood warning issued to residents of low-lying areas of Deduru Oya Basin
A major flood warning has been issued by the Department of Irrigation for residents in low-lying areas of the Deduru Oya Basin. Residents are advised to take precautions due to the upcoming risk of flooding. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115181
Very heavy rains above 200 mm are likely in some areas today
Heavy rains exceeding 200 mm are anticipated in parts of North-central, North-western provinces, and Trincomalee district. Additionally, areas in North, Central, Sabaragamuwa, Uva, Western provinces, as well as Galle, Matara, and Batticaloa districts may experience over 150 mm of rainfall. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115180
Colombo-Badulla trains to terminate at Nanu Oya
Upcountry train services between Colombo Fort and Badulla will now terminate at Nanu Oya station due to adverse weather conditions, as announced by the Railway Department. This change is in effect until further notice. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115179
Muslim schools in Eastern Province closed until further notice
All Muslim schools in the Eastern Province will be closed starting Thursday until further notice due to adverse weather conditions, as announced by Governor Prof. Jayantha Lal Ratnasekera. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115178
Flood warning extended for low-lying areas of Deduru Oya Basin
The Department of Irrigation has prolonged the flood warning for low-lying areas of the Deduru Oya Basin for an additional 48 hours due to potential flooding concerns. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115177
Sri Lankan film industry recorded highest-ever revenue in history in 2025 – Producers
In 2025, Sri Lanka’s film industry achieved its highest revenue ever. The President emphasized cinema’s role in cultural growth and advocated for protecting local films while allowing audiences access to international productions. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115176
Colombo-Kandy road temporary closed from Pahala Kadugannawa
The Colombo-Kandy main road is temporarily closed from Pahala Kadugannawa starting tonight at 10:00 p.m. until further notice, as announced by the Disaster Management Centre. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115175
Discussions on introducing first-ever guaranteed price for maize
The Minister of Agriculture, K. D. Lalkantha, announced that the government will explore farmers’ proposals to establish a guaranteed price for maize, taking into account production costs and necessary government intervention in purchasing harvests. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115174
UNP announces full support for Sajith s decision
The United National Party (UNP) has expressed full support for Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa’s decision to merge UNP with the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB). source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115173