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Editor April 28, 2025
Sri Lanka’s path to securing the fourth tranche of its IMF loan now hinges on a set...
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NPP in Panic Mode? Party Scrambles to Fix ‘Lying’ Image as Public Trust Crumbles! NPP in Panic Mode? Party Scrambles to Fix ‘Lying’ Image as Public Trust Crumbles!
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Editor April 28, 2025
Facing growing public skepticism, the National People’s Power (NPP) is moving to combat the spreading perception that...
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Deadly Disease Threat Looms in Kandy After Pilgrimage Public health officials are raising the alarm as Kandy faces a potential outbreak of infectious diseases in the aftermath of the massive crowds drawn to the Dalada exposition this month. The Public Health Inspectors (PHI) Association warns that the city is now at heightened risk for the spread of diseases such as diarrhea, dengue, and chikungunya due to poor sanitation, overpopulation, and inadequate infrastructure. Speaking to the media, PHI Association President Upul Rohana emphasized the severity of the issue, noting that the sheer number of pilgrims who arrived in Kandy during the religious event far exceeded the city’s capacity to manage public health and sanitation. According to the Kandy Municipal Council, the volume of garbage collected during just one day of the Dalada pilgrimage matched what is typically collected over the course of a month. The council also admitted that there is currently insufficient space or capacity to dispose of the waste properly, resulting in widespread dumping and unhygienic conditions. Making matters worse, the city was unable to provide enough public toilets for the influx of pilgrims. This has led to widespread open defecation along both banks of the Mahaweli River, raising serious environmental and health concerns. Water contamination in the area could further escalate the threat of disease transmission. Already, several pilgrims have presented symptoms including fever and skin rashes, indicating the early stages of possible disease spread. Officials fear that in such conditions, the city could see a wider outbreak in the days to come. While pilgrimages in previous years were mostly confined within the limits of the Kandy Municipal Council, this year’s crowds extended into neighboring Pradeshiya Sabha areas, making containment and monitoring even more difficult. To address immediate health risks, approximately 1,000 temples across the district were authorized to serve food to pilgrims under health guidelines. Authorities also took preemptive measures to ban the serving of frozen milk and certain beverages at temple food stalls, in an effort to reduce the risk of foodborne illnesses. Health officials are now calling for urgent intervention, both from local authorities and the central government, to improve sanitation, enhance medical support, and prepare emergency response protocols should a full-blown outbreak occur. As tens of thousands continue to leave the city after the pilgrimage, public health experts warn that any undetected or uncontained disease could easily spread to other parts of the country, creating a wider national crisis.
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Deadly Disease Threat Looms in Kandy After Pilgrimage

Editor April 27, 2025
Public health officials are raising the alarm as Kandy faces a potential outbreak of infectious diseases in...
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“The Country Will Collapse in November; But Don’t Be Afraid, We’ll Take Over” – Vajira “The Country Will Collapse in November; But Don’t Be Afraid, We'll Take Over" - Vajira
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“The Country Will Collapse in November; But Don’t Be Afraid, We’ll Take Over” – Vajira

Editor April 27, 2025
United National Party (UNP) Chairman and former Member of Parliament Vajira Abeywardena has issued a stark warning,...
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“Building an Economy Immune to Global Shocks” – President Anura "Building an Economy Immune to Global Shocks" - President Anura
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“Building an Economy Immune to Global Shocks” – President Anura

Editor April 27, 2025
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has emphasized his vision to build an economy in Sri Lanka that remains...
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Tripartite MoUs: Is Sri Lanka’s Sovereignty Being Signed Away to India and the UAE? hrtytywee
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Tripartite MoUs: Is Sri Lanka’s Sovereignty Being Signed Away to India and the UAE?

Editor April 27, 2025
History may judge harshly those who traded away the nation’s lifelines for vague promises and short-term political...
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SLC Unveils State-of-the-Art Swimming Pool at High Performance Centre SLC Unveils State-of-the-Art Swimming Pool at High Performance Centre
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SLC Unveils State-of-the-Art Swimming Pool at High Performance Centre

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Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) this week unveiled a modern eight-lane swimming pool at its National High Performance...
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Siriwardena Steps Down as Finance Secretary – Russell Aponso Tipped to Take Over Siriwardena Steps Down as Finance Secretary – Russell Aponso Tipped to Take Over
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Siriwardena Steps Down as Finance Secretary – Russell Aponso Tipped to Take Over

Editor April 27, 2025
According to the Weekend Deshaya newspaper, Mr. Russell Aponso is expected to be appointed as the new...
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President Anura Invites Tamil Diaspora to Invest in Sri Lanka President Anura Invites Tamil Diaspora to Invest in Sri Lanka
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President Anura Invites Tamil Diaspora to Invest in Sri Lanka

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President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has called on the Tamil diaspora to invest in Sri Lanka’s development, particularly...
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The Geopolitical Powder Keg: India, Pakistan, and the Tragedy of Kashmir The Geopolitical Powder Keg: India, Pakistan, and the Tragedy of Kashmir
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The Geopolitical Powder Keg: India, Pakistan, and the Tragedy of Kashmir

Editor April 26, 2025
Kashmir, a region of breathtaking beauty and complex history, once again finds itself in the eye of...
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