The government’s call for international assistance received a positive response from the international community, with its closest South Asian neighbours, including rivals India and Pakistan, putting aside differences and working together to provide much needed assistance to the country.
Both Indian and Pakistani helicopters rescued people trapped by rising water levels and landslides. India also gave permission for Pakistan to use its airspace for humanitarian flights to Sri Lanka.
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Former Minister and leader of the Eelam People’s Democratic Party (EPDP) Douglas Devenanada was arrested by the Criminal investigation Department (CID) today.
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A total of 62 dental surgeons will be joining the health service of of Sri Lanka on Monday, December 29.
India has proposed an assistance package worth USD 450 million. It will include USD 350 million in concessional Lines of Credit and USD 100 million of grants.
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