AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoSevere Weather: Cyclonic Storm Arnab and heavy rain have affected 21,356 people in 19 districts; six have died, eight are injured and three remain missing. Power: A preliminary probe says the October 17 nationwide blackout began when a Norochcholai generator suddenly lost 187 megawatts, triggering a grid collapse. Cricket: Sri Lanka lost the tri-series final to Pakistan by three wickets despite Kamindu Mendis’ maiden ODI century of 131; Fakhar Zaman’s 127 led the record chase of 326. Public Health: Dengue cases have topped 105,500 this year, with 79 deaths, as infections rise across seven provinces. Media: Colombo is hosting the five-day Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union General Assembly, bringing more than 350 media leaders and officials to Sri Lanka. Tax: From November 1, valid TIN certificates are required for eight transactions, including opening bank accounts, vehicle registration and land transfers. Human Rights: Tamil families of the disappeared continue their search for answers, with relatives in Batticaloa holding daily protests for more than 1,600 days. Rescue: Sri Lanka Air Force personnel serving with the UN mission in the Central African Republic rescued three hostages held for over eight months.
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