31,000 Premises Inspected in Dengue Drive; 1,864 Found with Larvae
National dengue inspection reveals mosquito breeding risks in 6% of premises. Three-day programme targets homes, workplaces across Sri Lanka.
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14-Hour Water Cut in Galle Tomorrow for Essential Maintenance
Galle Municipal Council area faces 14-hour water disruption on June 10. NWSDB conducts urgent maintenance work affecting thousands of residents.
14-Hour Water Cut Scheduled in Galle Tomorrow for Maintenance
Galle Municipal Council area faces a 14-hour water supply disruption tomorrow as NWSDB conducts essential maintenance work.
Sri Lanka to Launch Traffic Demerit System in September 2026
Government unveils pilot demerit scheme for traffic violations nationwide. Minister Bimal Rathnayake confirms September rollout.
Ten Injured in Bus Crash Near Pinnaduwa on Southern Expressway
About ten passengers suffered injuries when a bus crashed near the Pinnaduwa Interchange on the Southern Expressway this evening. Authorities are investigating the incident.
Kelani Valley Railway Ticketing System Fails, Free Travel Today
Passengers on morning Kelani Valley trains travel free after new ticketing system crashes. Railways Department scrambles to restore service.
Vehicle Owners to Receive SMS Alerts on Number Plates After DMT Restart
Number plate printing resumes at DMT Werahera after year-long suspension. Vehicle owners will now receive SMS notifications when plates are ready.
Over 70,000 Premises Inspected on First Day of Dengue Control Drive
National dengue mosquito control programme inspects more than 70,000 premises on opening day. Three-day campaign targets breeding sites across Sri Lanka.
Dengue Cases Surge 40% in Sri Lanka as Health Authorities Issue Alert
Sri Lanka reports 35,228 dengue infections this year, marking a sharp 30-40% increase. Health officials warn residents to eliminate breeding sites immediately.
Wife Arrested Over Fatal Stabbing of Husband in Horana Dispute
A woman has been taken into custody after allegedly stabbing her husband to death in Arambakanda, Horana. Police are investigating the domestic dispute that turned deadly.
Two Women Killed in Hit-and-Run by Drunk Driver in Hanwella
Two women died after being struck by a drunk driver on Embulgama-Panagoda Road. The driver fled the scene immediately after the collision.
Sri Lanka Coast Guard Honours Founding Director General Daya Dharmapriya
The Coast Guard held a special ceremony to recognise Rear Admiral Daya Dharmapriya's pivotal role in establishing the maritime force.