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1,693 killed on Sri Lanka's roads so far this year, police say
Road deaths reach 1,693 in 2026, motorcyclists and pedestrians account for two-thirds despite overall accident numbers down.
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Amber advisory issued for strong winds and rough seas
The Met Department has placed two stretches of sea under an Amber advisory until noon Thursday, with gusty winds reaching 50 kmph.
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Traffic restrictions announced for Bellanwila Esala Perahera
Police will restrict traffic around Boralesgamuwa on August 13, 14 and 15 for the Bellanwila Esala Maha Perahera. Alternative routes designated.
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Technical fault delays Hikkaduwa–Maradana train
A train on the coastal line was delayed on Wednesday after developing technical problems at Beruwala and Maggona stations, disrupting its run towards Maradana.
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Two children drown as boat capsizes in Kalpitiya lagoon
A seven-year-old boy and a 13-year-old girl died when the family's vallam overturned at Kurakkanhena. Their father was rescued and hospitalised in Puttalam.
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Showers expected in Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces today
Met Department forecasts showers or thundershowers in the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and four districts, with afternoon rain in Uva and the east.
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Tangalle sterilisation drive covers nearly all community dogs in three months
A free sterilisation and vaccination drive has reached almost the entire stray and community dog population in the Tangalle Municipal Council area.
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Warm weather advisory issued for seven districts
Met Department issues heat index caution for seven northern, eastern and north-central districts; residents advised to stay hydrated.
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Torch protest in Mahiyangana as Sri Lanka marks World Elephant Day
Villagers accuse the government of neglecting the elephant threat, while conservationists re-cite the mid-year toll of 180 elephant and 56 human deaths.
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Gunfire exchanged between suspected hunters and wildlife officers in Yala
One man hospitalised in a shootout between suspected hunters and wildlife officers in Yala National Park.
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Mother and son killed in Bakamuna bus-motorcycle collision; toddler injured
A 63-year-old woman and her 43-year-old son died when a bus hit their motorcycle at Bakamuna. His one-and-a-half-year-old child was seriously injured.
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US$2.73 million nutrition project approved for four districts
A three-year nutrition project will target pregnant mothers and under-fives in Nuwara Eliya, Ratnapura, Polonnaruwa and Trincomalee.
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13 injured as SLTB bus hits lorry parked at Medawachchiya
A Sri Lanka Transport Board bus struck the rear of a broken-down lorry carrying roof tiles at Medawachchiya, injuring 13 people.
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No flood risk as rainfall eases, with scattered showers forecast for Tuesday
The Irrigation Department says river levels have stabilised and no flood risk remains, as the Met Department forecasts showers in several provinces.
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Rescued as a lost calf, 'Sumana' is now a Pinnawala draw
Found alone in Anuradhapura and raised at the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, Sumana has grown into one of the site's best-known attractions.
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Health Ministry yet to respond a month after Ratnapura hospital death complaint
The father of a 21-year-old woman who died at Ratnapura General Hospital in July is still awaiting a decision on his request for an independent inquiry.
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Sajith calls for wild elephant to be named national animal
The Opposition Leader urged that the Sri Lankan elephant be recognised as the national animal, backed by science-based conservation and habitat corridors.
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Two motorcyclists including an 18-year-old killed in separate crashes
An 18-year-old died in Dambulla and a 27-year-old from Udugama near Galgodadeniya Junction, in two motorcycle crashes reported on Tuesday.
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Three pedestrians injured as car crosses lane and leaves road in Waskaduwa
A car travelling from Colombo towards Kalutara crossed into the opposite lane and struck three pedestrians in Waskaduwa. Police suspect the driver fell asleep.
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Special transport in place for A/L candidates as 1,700 Sisu Seriya buses deployed
Around 1,700 Sisu Seriya buses are running for A/L candidates, with SLTB prioritising school services and railways suspending Saturday maintenance.
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Applications open for eight allied health training courses
The Health Ministry is recruiting trainees in eight paramedical fields. A/L science and maths candidates from 2019-2023 have until August 31 to apply.
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Castlereagh and Maussakelle reservoirs close to spilling after heavy rain
Castlereagh is within 1.2 feet of its spill level and Maussakelle within 3.4 feet, with residents along the Maskeliya Oya told to stay alert.
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Teachers' union demands action over late Grade 5 exam paper at Kegalle school
The CTU says students at a Kegalle school were handed the 2026 Grade 5 Scholarship paper late and wants authorities to ensure they are treated fairly.
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Drone operator arrested for obstructing elephants at Kasikote crossing
Drone operator arrested after flying near Kasikote elephant underpass, disrupting jumbos crossing Galgamuwa road. Suspect admitted offence in court.