The Meteorological Department forecast strong winds of speeds upto 40 kmph could be expected across the island today (Sept 17), particularly in Hambantota, Monaragala, Matale, Matara and Batticaloa districts.
The forecast also notes that spells of showers could be experienced in the Western, Central, Sabaragamuwa provinces and in the Galle and Matara districts while few showers may occur in North-western province.
A Sri Lankan man was apprehended at Suvarnabhumi airport for attempting to smuggle wildlife out of the country after three ball pythons were found hidden in his underwear, the Bangkok post reported.
The UK government has unveiled a package of reforms to simplify imports from developing countries which allows for more garments manufactured in Sri Lanka to enter the UK tariff-free.
Read these and more on tomorrow’s edition of the Sunday Times
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