Electricity supply has been restored in Kandy after many hours of disruption caused by severe flooding, Deputy Minister Prasanna Gunasena said. He noted that with power now back in most areas, telecommunication services are also expected to resume shortly. Thousands had lost contact with their families...

Around 8,000 students of the University of Peradeniya who were stranded due to severe flooding have been confirmed safe, Deputy Minister Prasanna Gunasena said. University authorities also issued an urgent public message to parents, urging them not to panic or attempt to travel to the...