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International airlines expect to transport record 5.2 billion passengers in 2026- IATA
International airlines anticipate transporting a record 5.2 billion passengers in 2026, according to IATA, despite facing global challenges in the sector. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115807
Sri Lanka s death toll from adverse weather continues to climb, 203 still missing
Sri Lanka’s death toll from recent adverse weather has risen to 639, with 203 individuals still missing, according to the Disaster Management Center. The severe conditions have continued to impact the country significantly. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115806
EU releases 1.8 million in emergency assistance for Sri Lanka
The European Union has allocated €1.8 million in emergency assistance to Sri Lanka following recent catastrophic landslides and floods. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115804
Govt urges public not to share personnel information with unauthorized individuals
The government advises the public against sharing personal information with unauthorized individuals claiming to assist Cyclone Ditwah victims. It warns of fraudulent messages aimed at misleading people and emphasizes the importance of safeguarding personal data. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115803
Train collides with car at Piyadigama railway crossing in Galle
A car collided with a train at the Piyadigama railway crossing in Galle, resulting in an accident. Further details are pending. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115802
Cyclone Ditwah causes extensive pollution along 143km stretch of Sri Lanka s coastline
Cyclone Ditwah has severely polluted 143.03 kilometers of Sri Lanka’s coastline due to heavy flooding, as reported by the Marine Environment Protection Authority (MEPA). The environmental impact highlights the cyclone’s significant effects on the coastal region. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115801
Fire breaks out at seven-storey building in Indonesia s Jakarta, 20 dead
A fire in a seven-storey building in Jakarta, Indonesia, has resulted in 20 confirmed deaths. The incident occurred on Tuesday, according to official reports. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115799
Union calls for debt relief for teachers and principals in disaster-affected areas
The Ceylon Teachers Union (CTU) has requested the government to implement an immediate debt relief program for teachers and principals impacted by recent disasters. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115798