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Janitorial supervisor injured by a shooting at Gohagoda

According to police, a janitorial supervisor of the National Hospital in Kandy has been injured and hospitalised following a shooting incident at Gohagoda.

Dengue death rate up to 12 

According to the National Dengue Control Unit, 12 deaths related to dengue have been recorded this year, including two children under the age of 12.

Amber advisory issued for severe lightning 

The Department of Meteorology has issued an Amber advisory for severe lightning in the Central, Sabaragamuwa, Eastern, Uva provinces, and Kalutara, Polonnaruwa, Galle and Matara districts.

Clarification issued over gazette notification to revise VAT

Reports surrounding the gazette notification issued to revise Value Added Tax (VAT) with effect from July 1 have been clarified by the Deputy Minister of Economic Development, Nishantha Jayaweera.

El Niño expected in upcoming southwest monsoon season

According to the Department of Meteorology, Sri Lanka is expected to face developing El Niño conditions during the upcoming southwest monsoon season.

Seven MoUs signed between Sri Lanka and Maldives

During the state visit of Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu seven Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) have been signed between Sri Lanka and the Maldives, reflecting a shared commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation across multiple sectors.