Notable
10% levy on annual profits of global tax evasion assets, estimated at USD1.4tn, deposited in tax havens be charged
National level dialogue to develop and strengthen cooperation among all stakeholders involved in disaster risk reduction
"We have to have a green economy. So green financing, the whole aspect, commercial, economic aspects become important"
“In the mornings, in the assembly, children faint. They get exposed to the heat,”
The key to ASP readiness lies not in building entirely new systems, but in integrating existing infrastructure
Through FAO, the funding will help with prevention and control of invasive alien species for enhanced biosecurity
Sri Lanka has won a special award along with the Philippines and Colombia.
64 pieces of debris found in side scan sonar survey
Chemicals from the ship believed to be responsible for the deaths
"There may be temporary localised strong winds during thundershowers."
Some fish coming ashore have also had plastic nurdles (polypropylene granules) that had spilt from the ship.
Collaboration in long-term training and preventive work also planned
Defending the project, State Minister Wijesekara told EconomyNext June 17 said it was the result of years of study.
"We are doing a complete study (adyanayak) about the incident."
Two more deaths due to adverse weather were reported yesterday, increasing the total to 19
"The Act will be updated to keep up with technological advances and increasing public insensitivity"
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So far 271,110 people have been affected by floods and landslides in nine districts
The DMC said 270,912 persons were hit by floods and landslides as several rivers overflowed
Pesticide regulations have contributed to one of the greatest decreases in suicide rates ever achieved in the world
Rainfall exceeding 150mm is also expected as a result of the cyclone
Police found "various fake news" posts pertaining to deforestation, a statement said.
Warning for sea areas
Why Are Creation’s Biggest Animals Crooning Flatter Year by Year? Blue Whale Mating Call Mystery.
It is very likely to intensify gradually into a cyclonic storm over the subsequent 72 hours.
It is very likely to intensify into deep depression within next 12 hours, it added.
Water levels are rising in Kelani, Kalu, Nilwala, Gin Rivergs and Attanagalu Oya
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