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Engineers report that the water levels of the Castlereagh and Maussakelle reservoirs in the western slopes of Sri Lanka's Central Highlands have risen above overflow levels due to continuous heavy ...
The news is significant, as these reservoirs also supply hydropower. Key water supplies rebound after heavy rains — here's ...
When the government of Sri Lanka published the  National Red List of threatened plants in 2020, my eyebrows shot up. We’ve ...
Sri Lanka’s cities have that frenetic, cheerful chaos common to Asian cities, whether it’s Colombo ’s colonial grandeur or Kandy’s exalted lakeside lifestyle.
Sri Lanka's economic outlook remains positive, but global trade policy uncertainties pose significant risks to macroeconomic and social stability, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) said on ...
Sri Lanka’s confidence rests on a fearsome spin arsenal. Wanindu Hasaranga is a wicket away from joining the 100-ODI-wicket club, while Maheesh Theekshana has evolved from T20 specialist to ODI ...
Young birder Lahiru Walpita begins most of his days at dawn by scanning the skies for seabirds along the coastline in ...
Sri Lanka have announced a 16-member squad for the upcoming ODI series against Bangladesh, with Sadeera Samarawickrama and Dilshan Madushanka returning to the setup. Both players last featured in the ...
In recent years, Sri Lanka has faced multiple crises that have eroded development gains and increased poverty, job, and food insecurity. Despite these challenges, local authorities have been at the ...
A sharp rise in alcohol and drug use among pregnant women living on Sri Lanka’s coastal belt has sparked serious concern, warns Dr. Chamal Sanjeewa, Opposition Leader of the Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia ...
Infrastructure upgrades to the Garrison Dam continue to move forward over a decade after structural weaknesses became apparent when the dam's spillway was first used.
Pasikuda’s coastline, known for its calm waters and untouched beauty, welcomed a refreshing new addition last week with the launch of Bello Beach Bar at The Calm Resort & Spa, a property under ...