Namal Rajapaksa, an MP from the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna, has urged the Prime Minister to convene Parliament urgently to address the ongoing flood and landslide crisis in the country, highlighting the need for action beyond politics as a moral duty. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115728
The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) has proposed risk mitigation measures after inspecting the landslide-affected Mahagiri Damba area along the Hatton route to Sri Pada (Adam’s Peak) pilgrimage site. These recommendations aim to enhance safety for visitors. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115726
DMC Director Pradeep Kodippili cautions the public against visiting disaster-affected areas, highlighting the dangers of strong currents in water. He specifically advises against bathing or entering such waters to ensure safety. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115724
Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy proposes naming a major Hyderabad road after Donald Trump to attract global attention for the upcoming “Telangana Rising Global Summit.” The announcement has sparked reactions from the BJP, highlighting the political implications of the decision. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115722
The Department of Irrigation is urgently restoring canals and reservoirs damaged by Cyclone Ditwah’s floods to resume water supply for paddy and cultivation lands. Efforts are underway to mitigate the impact on agriculture and ensure adequate water access. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115720
A woman was arrested in Mihintale for fatally striking her husband with a blunt object. The incident occurred in the Mahakirindegama area. Further details are pending. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115719
Two suspects were arrested on the Panamura-Middeniya road in Lellawala for possessing crystal methamphetamine (Ice). source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115718
Renovation work is currently in progress on the Colombo-Puttalam railway line, specifically between Kuda Oya and Nattandiya, due to damage caused by recent adverse weather conditions. Urgent repairs are being undertaken to restore service on this critical route. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115717
A court has fined a holiday resort and a private company Rs. 1 million each for overcharging on bottled water. The ruling addresses their sale of bottled drinking water at excessively inflated prices. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115716
IndiGo has refunded tickets worth INR 6.1 billion and improved its on-time flight operations, currently operating over 1,650 flights. The airline reports a significant increase in on-time performance, rising to 75% from 30%, with 137 out of 138 destinations operational. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115715