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Ulex europaeus, commonly known as gorse, is an alien invasive plant
People affected by intense noise hope that cleaning the environment will also address the issue of noise pollution.
Cloudy skies are expected over most parts of the island.
Swine fever is totally fatal for the animals of the porcine family
Many flood hits area still are not accessible by relief workers; many people are still in rubble
Critical flood alert issued for Mahaweli lower catchment areas
Most Western tourists are looking for sustainable tourism initiatives - official
"There is a certain way in which we expect the visitors to [national parks] to behave."
Solheim was a controversial figure in Sri Lanka during his tenure as peace negotiator
The agreement was signed on Monday October 1
Samanti Kulatilake Associate Professor of Biological Anthropology at Mount Royal University, Canada to speak
The week ended on September 15 saw 1027 suspected dengue cases reported in 23 districts
DMC has repeatedly warned about landslides due to heavy rains
The general public has been advised to be vigilant.
Sri Lanka sees sudden heavy rains after low-level atmospheric disturbance in vicinity
Sri Lanka sees heavy rains after low-level atmospheric disturbance in vicinity
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Heavy rainfall exceeding 75-100 mm can be expected in Sabaragamu, Western, Uva and North Western Provinces
Kodippili said water levels of several rivers are rising due to the continuous rain.
The Met Dept issued a red warning on Monday August 01 for strong winds and rough seas in several areas.
The FRED will engage in promotional activities on sustainable technology as well as policy and technical guidance
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The department has warned against fishing and naval activities in these sea areas within the next 24 hours.
People evacuated to relief centres
Media reports showed long queues still in Badulla, Polonnaruwa, Nuwara Eliya and Hatan areas.
People living in hilly areas and using those advised to be vigilant
The company wants to double its already existing 480 waste plastic collection centres.
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