Fire destroys 35 acres of forest land
Around 35 acres of forest was destroyed on Saturday in a fire that erupted in the protected areas of the Castlereagh reservoir and Devon Falls. Police suspect that the fire has been deliberately caused
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Japan aids agri projects
The grassroots Humanitarian Assistance Projects of the Japanese Embassy implemented by Eastern Rehabilitation and Relief Organization (ERRO) of Akkatraipattu in the Sammanthurai Divisional Secretariat
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Flood death toll up
The death toll from floods, earth slips, lightning activity and other mishaps in the wake of torrential rains countrywide rose to 52, Disaster Management Centre (DMC) sources said yesterday. Met Dept
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Record rise in 2012 fish harvest - Rajitha
The fish harvest in 2012 increased by 54,000 metric tons compared to last year, with a harvest of 488,340 metric tons. This is the largest fish harvest recorded in the history of the Sri Lankan fisheries
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Sri Lanka's free health service achieved many goals - Minister
Sri Lanka's free health service has achieved many goals and reached to the international level. Health Minister Maithripala Sirisena hands over a token of appreciation to former Health Ministry Secretary
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Govt to spend Rs 3,000 m on school midday meal
The government allocated Rs 3,000 million to provide the school midday meal for 2013, Education Minister Bandula Gunawardana said. “A balanced meal is provided by the government aimed at improving the
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Mini tornado damages 35 houses in Galle
The roof of a house ripped off in Lanumodara, Habaraduwa; a completely damaged house and Habaraduwa Divisional Secretary Ayesha Gunathilake Kariyawasam inspects affected areas in Habaraduwa, Galle. Pictures
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Govt allocates Rs 300 m to combat NCDs
The Health Ministry yesterday launched the year of prevention from Non Communicable Diseases (NCDs) under the direction of Health Minister Maithripala Sirisena. It was held under the patronage of Health
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Orange Electric launches environmentally friendly CFL Bulb
Orange Electric, the 100% Sri Lankan owned electrical accessories manufacturing giant, has launched a special promotion for CFL bulbs while ensuring the eco-friendly disposal of old CFL bulbs which can
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Flood-hit rises to 307,876
The number affected due to bad weather in the country during the past two weeks rose to 307,876. These persons belong to 84,399 families in 20 districts, the Disaster Management Centre (DMC) said yesterday.
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Flood death toll reaches 25
Twenty five deaths had been reported due to inclement weather, while another 14 people were missing and 36 people injured, Disaster Management Minister Mahindananda Amaraweera said yesterday. He was