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CMC Launches Dengue Control Program

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (News Cutter) —The Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) has launched a dengue-control programme in the Colombo District after several sites were identified as breeding grounds. Dr. Ruwan Wijeyamuni, Chief Medical Officer, stated that while residential areas are well-maintained, over 70% of construction sites, schools, private offices, religious places, and government offices are…

ByadminNovember 8, 20230Comments

President to Establish International University on Climate Change

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (News Cutter) — President Ranil Wickremesinghe has proposed the establishment of an international university focused on climate change to support the world's most biodiverse nations in addressing climate change challenges. Wickremesinghe highlighted the unique ecological context of tropical countries, where 80% of endemic plants and 50% of coral reefs and mangroves…

ByadminOctober 19, 20230Comments

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Landslide Warning for Several Areas

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (News Cutter) — Landslide Warning Level 3 -Evacuation (Red) issued to the following areas. Yakkalamulla, Elpitiya, Nagoda & Imaduwa in the Galle District. Ingiriya, Walallawita and Mathugama in the Kalutara District. Pitabeddara, Akuressa and Hakmana in the Matara District.

ByadminOctober 8, 20230Comments

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High demand for SL monkey from Other Nations

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (News Cutter) —Sri Lankan Agriculture Minister Mahinda Amaraweera has revealed that there is a high demand from foreign nations for Sri Lankan toque macaque monkeys. The Minister said that a similar request from a Chinese firm had gained international media attention, leading to requests from many other countries to export monkeys…

ByadminOctober 6, 20230Comments

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Minister calls for Internal Investigation into Shooting at Perahera elephant

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (News Cutter) —Acting Minister of Defence Pramitha Bandara Tennakoon has called for an impartial inquiry into the shooting of Perahera elephant 'Sita' by a Civil Security Department (CSD) personnel. The CSD has initiated an internal disciplinary investigation, and disciplinary action will be taken against CSD personnel if found guilty. The…

ByadminOctober 1, 20230Comments

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Single Use Plastic Products Ban from today

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (News Cutter) — The Central Environment Authority (CEA) has announced a gazette notification banning the manufacture and use of various single-use and short-term plastic products from October 1. The Chairman, Supun Pathirage, stated that legal action would be taken against those who fail to comply. Inspections and raids will be…

ByadminOctober 1, 20230Comments

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Cabinet Approves Program to Control Forest Fires

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (News Cutter) — Cabinet approval has been granted for a program to prevent and extinguish forest fires, with government and national party support. 150 fires have been reported this year, destroying around 2,600 hectares. Common causes include man-made fires, particularly during dry weather, in districts like Badulla, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Matale, Moneragala,…

ByadminSeptember 27, 20230Comments

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Minor tremor reported in Buththala

MONARAGALA, Sri Lanka (News Cutter) —A minor tremor with a magnitude of 2.4 on the Richter Scale has been reported in Buththala in the Monaragala District. According to the Geological Survey and Mines Bureau, the tremor was felt 154 km from Colombo. The Bureau further stated that the minor tremor was recorded at 11.…

ByadminSeptember 26, 20230Comments

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President says Protecting Elephants Important, need to Preserve Ancient Customs too

KANDY, Sri Lanka (News Cutter) — President Ranil Wickremesinghe has emphasized the importance of elephant protection and the preservation of ancient customs in Sri Lanka. He called for constructive negotiations to resolve challenges like acquiring tame elephants for the annual Esala Perahera festival. Diyawadana Nilame of Sri Dalada Maligawa Pradeep Nilanga Dela handed…

ByadminSeptember 1, 20230Comments

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20 turtle Washed Ashore under Mysterious Circumstances

NEGOMBO, Sri Lanka (News Cutter) —Around 20 turtle carcasses have washed ashore in the beach stretch from Negombo to Kalutara in just three days. The carcasses were found in Kapungoda, Pamunugama, Muthurajawela Marsh, and Induruwa sea areas. The Wildlife Department is investigating the discovery, but it is suspected that the turtles died due…

ByadminAugust 25, 20230Comments

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Environment

CMC Launches Dengue Control Program

President to Establish International University on Climate Change

Landslide Warning for Several Areas

High demand for SL monkey from Other Nations

Minister calls for Internal Investigation into Shooting at Perahera elephant

Single Use Plastic Products Ban from today

Cabinet Approves Program to Control Forest Fires

Minor tremor reported in Buththala

President says Protecting Elephants Important, need to Preserve Ancient Customs too

20 turtle Washed Ashore under Mysterious Circumstances

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