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Sri Lanka pharmaceutical and consumer safety enforcement

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Consumer Affairs Authority conducts raids on pharmacies and illegal food facility

Sri Lanka's Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) has implemented an enforcement program targeting the sale of illegal and expired pharmaceutical products. Through August 2026, the CAA conducted 471 special pharmacy raids nat

Sri Lanka dengue surge: cases near 90k, 65 deaths

18 clusters · 36 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Sri Lanka dengue fever cases approach 90,000 with 65 deaths

Sri Lanka’s 2026 dengue outbreak has intensified, with confirmed infections approaching 90,000 and the death toll rising to 65 by early August. The outbreak saw a sharp escalation mid-year, with July recording nearly 30,

India tour of Sri Lanka Test series

2 clusters · 23 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Sri Lanka's Test cricket face challenges ahead of India series

India and Sri Lanka are preparing for a two-Test series starting August 15, which holds significant implications for India's World Test Championship qualification. In a three-day warm-up match against a Sri Lanka Cricke

Tamil Nadu weather: alternating heatwaves and heavy rain

24 clusters · 35 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Tamil Nadu and Puducherry face moderate rain and thunderstorms through August 16

Since early May 2026, Tamil Nadu has experienced alternating periods of intense rainfall, strong winds, and extreme heat. The period began with heavy-rain and strong-wind warnings due to a trough and cyclonic circulation

Vietnam Airlines network expansion 2026

4 clusters · 14 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Vietnam Airlines and Vietjet launch first direct flights to Sri Lanka

Vietnam Airlines continues to broaden its route network in mid‑2026. After announcing a direct Ho Chi Minh City‑Colombo service in June, the airline confirmed that flights will begin on 16 August 2026, with three weekly