EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW TODAY

Written by Supun Marasinghe

05 Mar, 2019 | 7:43 am

Written by Supun Marasinghe 05 Mar, 2019 | 7:43 am

COLOMBO (News 1st) –

Your Tuesday morning brief.

The 2019 budget proposal will be tabled at the parliament today.
The opposition is enthusiastic to defeat the budget proposal.
Minister Ravindra Samaraweera notes that it is time to restrategize the pension plan.
President Maithripala Sirisena visits the injured Borella Traffic OIC at the National Hospital.
JVP to discuss a new parliament based governing structure.
JVP is not ready to accept the Prime Minister’s budget proposal today.
A serious shortage of drugs required for kidney diseases, asthma and heart diseases in hospitals across the island.
S.M. Marikkar notes that they do not have the majority to defeat the President’s budget overheads.
Colombo 13, 14, 15 water supply to be restored.
The Director-General of National Fertilizer Secretariat, Ajith Pushpakumara noted that the fertilizer stocks for Yala season are now available.

Budget your Tuesday.

Special Protection for Prison Officers

04 Aug, 2020 | 01:00 PM

Assets of PNB officers involved in drug trafficking to be seized.

New Parliament to meet on 20th of August 2020

Sri Lanka's human rights chief resigns

03 Aug, 2020 | 09:50 PM

New voting system for the visually impaired; Pilot project on Election Day

“Angoda Lokka” surfaced in India in 2018; reports Indian Media

Sri Lanka Police to liaise with Indian HC over reports on “Angoda Lokka”

Police to approach Indian HC on "Angoda Lokka"

03 Aug, 2020 | 04:07 PM

Intelligence Op led to Sampayo’s arrest; Police reveal charges against suspects

Coimbatore Police says investigations revealed “ANGODA LOKKA” is dead

Anurudhdha Sampayo claims he is being framed

02 Aug, 2020 | 09:06 PM

Negombo Prison’s Anurudhdha Sampayo Arrested – Read the developments leading up to the arrest

Anti-India protesters say talks with PM a success: Final decision following internal trade union meeting

Election campaign activities prohibited from midnight today: NEC

Election propaganda prohibited from midnight: NEC

02 Aug, 2020 | 07:48 AM

First came the Eagle, and now a cat – Traffickers use Narco-Cat to send heroin to prison

(VIDEO) Smart Elephant herd crawl under & break through fence to reach farmland

Police raids cash house in Dematagoda; seized more than Rs. 50 Million in currency notes

Dematagoda Cash House Raided

01 Aug, 2020 | 03:05 PM

Voters permitted to bring their own pen to mark ballot paper

Negombo Prison events tip of the iceberg, investigations will reveal more; Attorney General’s Dept.

AG files indictment against Rajitha

31 Jul, 2020 | 06:50 PM

Premalal Jayasekera alias “Choca Malli” and 02 others sentenced to death

STF arrests suspect with 23kg of heroin in Wellampitiya

"Lith" case against Basil fixed for December

31 Jul, 2020 | 01:20 PM

Court of Appeal issues interim-injunction on Avant-Garde case

SSP Shani Abeysekara arrested over firearms related incident

Individual sentenced to death over 2001 abduction and murder

Individual sentence to death for 2001 murder

30 Jul, 2020 | 05:04 PM

Lankapura Divisional Secretariat staffer tests positive for COVID-19

AG wants Acting IGP to explain why Negombo Prison Chief is not arrested

“There is a conspiracy to eliminate Basil Rajapaksa”; says Lakshman Yapa

SLPP reveals conspiracy to eliminate Basil

29 Jul, 2020 | 06:55 PM

Students not required to go to school during election week : Education Minister

SLC Vice President quits post; criticizes administration

Record 175 COVID-19 patients recover on Tuesday

29 Jul, 2020 | 08:51 AM

Fmr. SIS Chief tells PCoI, Zahran was not master-mind of April 2019 Attacks

Court orders handover of documents on demolished archaeological site

Petition filed seeking Kurunegala Mayor arrest

28 Jul, 2020 | 12:15 PM

Confirmed COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka rises to 2805

(VIDEO) Jordanian Security Forces Use Tear Gas On Sri Lankan Migrant Workers

Punishment against child abusers must be revised to give max punishment; Sec. Def.

Children must be secure from all forms of abuse

27 Jul, 2020 | 07:01 PM

Sri Lanka Police reveal shocking details of child sex abuse involving 54-year old man

Advanced Voting program for quarantined voters, will not go ahead : NEC

PCoI agrees not to summon three witnesses until petitions are heard

PCoI reaches agreement with CoA

27 Jul, 2020 | 12:48 PM

Ravi Karunanayake and Rishad Bathiudeen at CID to provide statements

Kurunegala archaeology site’s investigation report handed over to Acting IGP

Grades 11, 12 and 13 resume academic activities

27 Jul, 2020 | 09:21 AM

Ancient structure in Medirigiriya on the brink of destruction

IDH COVID-19 escapee returned to Kandakadu ; Army Commander

Drug traffickers arrested with 5600 narcotic pills

26 Jul, 2020 | 12:13 PM

“Right to Vote amidst Disaster” guidelines and operational plan published

Draft Circular Instructions for PHIs contrary to law; AG

India provides US$ 400 million currency swap facility to Sri Lanka

India provides US$ 400 Mn currency swap

24 Jul, 2020 | 09:55 PM

Concerns raised as to who will fund renovation of demolished archaeology site

09 hour water cut for several parts of Colombo on Saturday night

Suspected COVID-19 escapee from IDH located

Suspected COVID-19 escapee located

24 Jul, 2020 | 10:50 AM

Major Man-hunt underway to locate COVID-19 escapee

In 2017 IGP, CNI, Sec. Def and Min. of Law & Order were informed of Zaharan; Witness tells PCoI

Ex-Cop admits using informants on Zaharan Hashim, without any background check

Army Mohideen not arrested due to lack of evidence

23 Jul, 2020 | 05:51 PM

Kurunegala MC prohibits entry to demolished archaeological site

AG obtains court order to protect demolished Kurunegala archaeology site

Water Cut for multiple areas in Western Province

23 Jul, 2020 | 11:58 AM

Sri Lanka’s COVID-19 infections reach 2752

AG advises Acting IGP to expedite investigation into archaeological site demolition

Legal action proposed by committee probing archaeological site demolition

Archaeology building demolition report submitted

22 Jul, 2020 | 04:08 PM

AG instructs CID to arrest several prison officers on multiple charges : AGs CO

ETI & Swarnamahal Finance depositors to be compensated : CBSL

Zero COVID-19 cases reported in the past 24 hours

Zero COVID-19 cases in past 24 hours

22 Jul, 2020 | 10:54 AM

Additional Days declared for Postal Voting

Hajj will be celebrated on 01st August

April Attacks suspect reportedly fled to India

21 Jul, 2020 | 08:39 PM

Drug trafficking PNB officers received armed protection; Prosecution tells Court

Court orders Ex-Minister Rishad to report to CID & provide statements

Appeal Court dismisses petition filed seeking “Karuna Amman’s” arrest

Petition seeking Karuna Amman's arrest dismissed

21 Jul, 2020 | 03:22 PM

Warrant issued for the arrest of Shashi Weerawansa in forged NIC case

08 hour water cut for Battaramulla and surrounding areas on Thursday

Welisara Naval Complex COVID-19 cluster no more; All infected sailors recovered

All sailors in Welisara cluster recovered

21 Jul, 2020 | 07:21 AM

(VIDEO) Another Leopard found dead, trapped in a snare in Nawalapitiya

Landslide early warnings issued for multiple districts

Grade 05 & A/L examination dates announced

20 Jul, 2020 | 11:51 AM

Weather alert : Heavy rainfall across the island

Concerns raised on delay in publishing quarterly economic growth rate

04 more contacts of Kandakadu T&R Center test positive for COVID-19

04 Kandakadu contacts test positive for COVID-19

19 Jul, 2020 | 06:51 PM

Police launch investigation into demolition of a “King’s Court” in Kurunegala

556 positive COVID-19 cases from Kandakadu cluster: DGHS

PHIs withdraw from disease control activities

18 Jul, 2020 | 09:48 PM

School holiday extended ; new date for A/L exams to be decided

Over 6000 PCR tests for Kandakadu COVID-19 cluster: DGHS

Gazette on "COVID-19 Elections Regulations" issued

18 Jul, 2020 | 07:31 AM

139 subject to PCR tests in Rajanganaya & only 12 year old tests positive

What will happen to ECT located along international shipping routes?

Committee to probe demolition of ancient ‘Kings Assembly Hall’ in Kurunegala

Committee to probe demolition of 'Kings Court'

17 Jul, 2020 | 04:47 PM

CA orders Acting IGP to arrest anyone for transporting sand without valid permit

COVID (Elections) Regulations 2020 approved by AG

PHIs step away from COVID-19 control duties

17 Jul, 2020 | 12:16 PM

Police failed to protect 13th Century King’s assembly hall in Kurunegala: DG Archaeology

Visitors of Kandakadu Rehab Centre NEGATIVE for COVID-19: Lt. Gen. Shavendra Silva

CID to investigate false propaganda on COVID-19

17 Jul, 2020 | 08:13 AM

Historic 13th Century ‘Kings Court’ torn down in Kurunegala by Mayor (VIDEO)

(VIDEO) Tensions in Angulana over death of man in police gunfire

Key suspect in Thajudeen homicide case dead

16 Jul, 2020 | 05:59 PM

All PCR test reports of Kandakadu T&R staff and inmates received : Army Commander

New CBSL Monetary Board members appointed

Sri Lanka suspends expat repatriation; furore over decision

SL suspends expat repatriation; furore over move

15 Jul, 2020 | 11:49 PM

Only 20 COVID-19 cases from outside of Kandakadu Cluster ; DIG Ajith Rohana

February electricity bill to be adjusted for March, April and May ; Min. Amaraweera

Don’t use children in candidate promotional campaigns : NEC

Don't use children in campaign material

15 Jul, 2020 | 02:53 PM

New Navy Commander meets President Rajapaksa

Vice Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenne appointed as new Sri Lanka Navy Commander

19 new COVID-19 infections on Tuesday: Total confirmed cases at 2665

Total confirmed COVID-19 cases at 2665

15 Jul, 2020 | 08:16 AM

AG directs Acting IGP to record statements from Ravi Karunanayake & Arjun Aloysius

Manhunt underway to locate hit-and-run tipper truck driver

Total COVID-19 cases rise to 2,646

14 Jul, 2020 | 09:51 AM

Movement in several areas in Rajanganaya restricted

Elections Chief says there is no decision to postpone polls

Business of “ETI Finance Ltd & Swarnamahal Financial Services PLC” suspended

Business of ETI & Swarnamahal Finance suspended

13 Jul, 2020 | 03:32 PM

IP arrested for concealing evidence on Sainthamaruthu blast

Total COVID-19 cases at 2617: 106 new infections confirmed on Sunday

2020 Postal voting begins: NEC

13 Jul, 2020 | 09:58 AM

Government School Holiday from 13th to 17th July

Schools will be closed if situation gets worse : Education Ministry

Major SLPP Election rallies postponed indefinitely

12 Jul, 2020 | 11:19 AM

Rumours of Govt. Holiday are false

Second Kandakadu T&R Counsellor tested positive for COVID-19; More than 300 in self-quarantine

Police urged to probe manhandling incident of journalist at court complex

Police urged to investigate Rangajeewa's conduct

11 Jul, 2020 | 01:44 PM

(VIDEO) Second underwater museum in Sri Lanka declared open in Trincomalee

Inquiry in to Angulana shooting; Three-wheeler driver shot dead for hurling a stone at Police

Kandakadu is new COVID-19 cluster; warns GMOA

10 Jul, 2020 | 06:13 PM

Steps taken to prevent spread of COVID-19 to communities; Army Commander

Indictments filed against Patali regarding 2016 Rajagiriya accident

Police wants death sentence against drug trafficking PNB officers; DIG Ajith Rohana

Police to expedite probe against PNB officers

10 Jul, 2020 | 01:27 PM

(VIDEO) Ex-OIC of the PNB obstructs the duties of a photo-journalist

Tiran Alles, Emil Kanthan and 02 others released from Indictments in RADA Case

196 people at the Treatment & Rehabilitation Centre in Kandakadu test positive for COVID-19

196 at Kandakadu Rehab Centre - COVID-19 positive

10 Jul, 2020 | 09:40 AM

PCR Laboratory at Bandaranaike International Airport to commence operations on Monday (July 13)

Managala hopes to become President one-day

56 inmates & counsellor at Kandakadu Rehab Centre tested positive for COVID-19

57 COVID-19 cases on 09th July

09 Jul, 2020 | 03:39 PM

Only candidate’s vehicle can display promotional material : NEC

More relief for electricity consumers; bills for March & April to reduce by 25%

Green light given to purchase 04 used helicopters for SLAF Training

GoSL to purchase 04 used choppers for SLAF

09 Jul, 2020 | 12:08 PM

Cabinet Ministers given two more weeks to provide feedback on MCC Review Report

13 COVID-19 cases reported on 08th July 2020; All returnees from overseas

Ex-minister Bogollagama says he has resigned from the UNP and national list

Bogollagama resigns from UNP, national list

08 Jul, 2020 | 09:55 PM

18 Narcotic Bureau Officers arrested so far for operating drug trafficking ring

Government to bear a portion of electricity bills to provide relief to consumers

Mandatory for all imported school buses to be painted in yellow : Transport Ministry

Imported school buses to be painted yellow

08 Jul, 2020 | 04:28 PM

Sri Lanka & Maldives eliminate measles and rubella, ahead of 2023 target: WHO

PNB constable ring leader of drug operations: SL Police

PNB's narcotic stocks to be inspected

08 Jul, 2020 | 08:23 AM

Final report of the committee to resolve issues of electricity bills between March to May, to be submitted in cabinet today

Galle Face Green miscreants remanded until 10th July

38 more incomplete 21/04 investigation files returned to Police

AG returns 38 more incomplete investigation files

07 Jul, 2020 | 03:50 PM

Welikada Prison out of bounds for visitors until further notice

174 Inmates from Welikada Prison subject to PCR tests

CA suspends enforcing Bond Scam warrants

07 Jul, 2020 | 11:37 AM

Welikada Inmate tests positive for COVID-19

Outcry over illegal land take-over resulting in water contamination

2020 Parliamentary Election Polling Hours Extended

06 Jul, 2020 | 06:22 PM

If diplomatic issues are solved, ECT will be up and running in two months : SLPA Chief

(VIDEO) 06 Sri Lankan fishermen rescued from sinking boat

PTL suspension extended by Central Bank

06 Jul, 2020 | 02:35 PM

Kusal Mendis granted bail by Panadura Magistrate’s Court

Academic activities resume at schools today: Ministry of Education

Over 112,000 PCR tests conducted in Sri Lanka: Ministry of Health

Over 112,000 PCR tests conducted: Min. of Health

04 Jul, 2020 | 08:11 AM

No record of letter from Ex-Sports Minister on 2011 CWC match-fixing claim : ICC

Prabhakaran said he wanted to have TNA leaders killed; Karuna regrets not doing so

There is no evidence to claim the 2011 Cricket World Cup final was fixed – Police

SIU concludes match fixing allegations probe

03 Jul, 2020 | 04:50 PM

SIU will no longer summon cricketers to record statements

(WATCH) Mahela dismisses reports which claim he wasn’t available to give a statement

Mahela Inquiry Postponed

03 Jul, 2020 | 08:06 AM

Jinthupitiya COVID-19 patient NOT a case of community transmission

Cabinet proposes Forest Land for ‘economic purposes’: environmentalists up in arms

UPDATED: 12 Police Narcotic Bureau Officers to be detained and Interrogated

PNB Officers to be interrogated in detention

02 Jul, 2020 | 04:41 PM

11 Police Narcotic Bureau Officers arrested; to be produced in court.

Another mobile phone discovered from Kanchipani Imran’s prison cell

TUFF bargaining with government at present; says Karuna Amman

Karuna Amman's Party bargaining with government

02 Jul, 2020 | 11:51 AM

Former Govt. failed to serve the people of the North and East : Prime Minister

Another weapons cache discovered from Homagama

No Pardon for corrupt Police Narcotic Bureau officers, says Sri Lanka Police

No Pardon for corrupt PNB officers : Police

01 Jul, 2020 | 06:15 PM

03 port workers climb on to gantry cranes demanding new cranes be installed

9077 people with warrants & 17,275 suspects wanted for other crimes arrested

Upul Tharanga provides statement to investigators

01 Jul, 2020 | 12:12 PM

Sri Lanka Police to probe failure of Former Ministers and MPs to hand over official vehicles

WHO second wave warning on COVID-19 should be taken seriously : GMOA

Elections Chief orders to seize official vehicles not returned by Ex-MPs & Ex-Ministers

NEC warns of failure to return vehicles

30 Jun, 2020 | 04:35 PM

Foreign Minister briefs US Secretary of State on MCC Review Report

CID leading investigation on discovery of Assault Rifles from Homagama

President tells CBSL to seek legal advice regarding ETI and TFC issues

Deliver justice to ETI & TFC depositors; President

30 Jun, 2020 | 11:17 AM

Assault Rifles discovered today were to be used to attack a prison bus – Police

UNP Denies MCC Committee Report Allegations

Associate of 02 underworld leaders nabbed with 12 T-56 assault rifles.

12 T-56 Assault Rifles seized from Homagama

29 Jun, 2020 | 12:07 PM

AG will not appear for Acting IGP in Gihan Pilapitiya Writ Application

CBSL implements a Credit Guarantee and Interest Subsidy Scheme for Businesses affected by the COVID-19 Pandemic

Total COVID-19 cases at 2037: recoveries at 1661

29 Jun, 2020 | 08:07 AM

Island-wide curfew lifted completely

Police crack whip on those without masks

UNHRC calls for an investigation on ‘Karuna Amman’

27 Jun, 2020 | 11:54 AM

“Health & safety measures need to be continued” – DIG Ajith Rohana

AKD leaves PCoI without testifying; Dilrukshi Dias appears at PCoI for the 01st time

Rs. 122 Mn worth Beedi Leaves discovery; Customs seeks CID assistance

Customs request CID assistance for investigation

26 Jun, 2020 | 05:27 PM

MCC grant monies were never transferred to or spent by GoSL

Court issues warning on Welikada Prison Riot case suspects

AG tells Acting IGP to properly conclude probe, returns 40 incomplete files

AG returns incomplete investigation files

26 Jun, 2020 | 03:36 PM

Total COVID-19 cases in SL increase to 2010

Pakistan PM Khan commend Sri Lanka’s efforts to combat COVID-19

MCC contains harmful elements; Review Committee

25 Jun, 2020 | 06:23 PM

“Karuna Amman” leaves CID after giving 07 hour statement

Weerawansa threatens to split from Govt. if MCC is signed

Petition filed seeking Karuna Amman's arrest

25 Jun, 2020 | 03:52 PM

SriLankan Airlines converts passenger aircraft to full freighter (PICTURES)

(VIDEO) ‘Karuna Amman’ at CID to provide statement

MCC Review Committee Final Report Given To Prime Minister

MCC Review Committee Final Report Given To PM

24 Jun, 2020 | 07:25 PM

Special Team of Detectives Investigating Karuna Amman’s Statement

Rajagiriya Hit & Run Case : AG to file Indictments against Patali

Verdict on Wilpattu case against Rishad Bathiudeen on 31st July

Wilpattu deforestation case verdict on 31st July

24 Jun, 2020 | 11:47 AM

Showery condition expected to enhance – Met Department

COI not a judicial tribunal but a fact-finding body; AG (COMPLETE LETTER TO COI)

2020 General Election Cost to be kept below Rs. 10 Billion: Elections Chief.

Election Cost to be less than Rs. 10 Bn

23 Jun, 2020 | 03:59 PM

(VIDEO) Two leopards trapped in a snare in Pussellawa; one dead and other injured

Lock-down on Welisara Naval Complex lifted; operations resume under health guidelines

47,430 postal voting applications rejected

23 Jun, 2020 | 11:20 AM

Sri Lanka reports it’s first case of COVID-19 after two days

PCoI cannot investigate Attorney General or his officers : AG’s Department

Karuna Amman’s defection similar to becoming state’s witness & he’s legally pardoned – SB

Karuna Amman legally pardoned- SB

22 Jun, 2020 | 04:25 PM

Karuna Amman summoned to the CID to record a statement

US Embassy continues to hold, Govt. of Sri Lanka still reviewing MCC Compact

ICC to speak with Ex-Minister Mahindananda on Match-Fixing allegations

ICC to question Mahindananda Aluthgamage

22 Jun, 2020 | 02:19 PM

Acting IGP orders CID to investigate Karuna Amman’s statement on killing soldiers

02 Prison Officers interdicted for attempting to smuggle phones for inmates

We will not sign MCC as Committee found it is not suitable for SL ; Ramesh Pathirana

Sri Lanka will not sign the MCC

21 Jun, 2020 | 12:43 PM

Action to be taken against premises conducive for dengue breeding

Attorney General says prisons have become a training school for serious crimes (VIDEO)

Probe ordered into “match fixing” of 2011 cricket world cup finals

Probe "match fixing" in cricket WC final

19 Jun, 2020 | 01:58 PM

COVID-19 entered Beijing through “European Salmon” consignment- Chinese Envoy in SL

Sangakkara tells Ex-Minister to produce evidence on match-fixing claims

AG instructs Acting IGP to record statements from Ex-President and Ex-Prime Minister

Record statements from Ex-PM and Ex-President

18 Jun, 2020 | 01:50 PM

(VIDEO) 2011 Cricket WC Final between India & Sri Lanka was fixed, Ex-SL Sports Minister

(VIDEO) Kanchipani Imran’s father attacked by armed men in Maligawatte

JVP Leader ready to work with Frontline Socialists (VIDEO)

JVP Leader accepts FSP invitation (VIDEO)

17 Jun, 2020 | 05:19 PM

UPDATED : Court orders CID to enforce warrants on Mahendran & Punchihewa over BOND II

“SL Govt asked us for time to review MCC.” – US Embassy Official

Jeevan Thondaman appointed as the General Secretary of Ceylon Workers’ Congress

Jeevan Thondaman appointed as Gen. Sec. of CWC

17 Jun, 2020 | 11:24 AM

Total confirmed COVID-19 cases at 1915

Don’t shirk responsibility of rebuilding economy: Tell me the correct strategy – President tells CB chiefs

‘I will build a High-Altitude Training Ground’ at Lovers Leap, Nuwara-Eliya’- SB

SB to build Training Ground’ at Lovers Leap

16 Jun, 2020 | 05:54 PM

Do not inspect sand permits until govt. reaches a decision – Acting IGP

UPDATED : Fugitive Ex-CBSL Governor changes names to Arjan Alexander, says INTERPOL

Arjuna Mahendran changed his name to Arjan Alexander ; INTERPOL informs SL

Fugitive Mahendran changed name to Arjan Alexander

16 Jun, 2020 | 10:42 AM

“Stop destroying documents in Keththarama”; Sports Minister instructs SLC

Engraved T-56 Assault Rifle bullets left at Boossa Prison Head Jailor’s door-step

UPDATE : 02 Missing Indian High Commission Staffers In ISI Custody: Top Sources

Missing Indian HC Staffers In ISI Custody

15 Jun, 2020 | 05:18 PM

Two Indian High Commission Officials In Islamabad Missing: Reports

National Parks & Zoological Gardens now officially re-open for visitors

Defender Driver who caused accident killing SIS Officer, remanded

Driver of SUV which killed SIS officer, remanded

15 Jun, 2020 | 11:53 AM

“No hike in bus fares” – Minister of Transport Services Management, Mahinda Amaraweera

Fire erupts at Public Market building in Kegalle

UPDATE : Police to probe accident which killed intelligence officer

Police to probe intelligence officer accident

14 Jun, 2020 | 10:46 AM

President orders clampdown on seizing vehicles by leasing firms

Daily curfew amended from 12 midnight to 4 AM: PMD

Ground-breaking study finds Sri Lanka has earliest evidence of Bow & Arrow technology outside of Africa to date

Early humans in SL used tools to hunt

13 Jun, 2020 | 08:18 AM

President orders Police to stop leasing companies from seizing vehicles

Vasudeva condemns use of force against FSP protest in Colombo

15-hour water cut in several areas in Colombo on Sunday: NWSDB

Water cut in Colombo on Sunday

12 Jun, 2020 | 12:48 PM

08 people test positive for COVID-19 on Thursday

Tear Gas Guns & Water Cannons silent since President was elected; Defence Secretary

Sunil Jayawardena murder suspects remanded

11 Jun, 2020 | 03:54 PM

“Hospital Heist” doctor remanded until 24th June

Use alternative methods to disperse protests; Cabinet decides not to use force

Trade Union leader beaten to death: watch video

11 Jun, 2020 | 09:49 AM

Sri Lanka’s parliamentary elections fixed for August 5

WATCH VIDEO: ‘All dressed up and nothing to do’; massive security at Chinese Embassy but protesters no-show

Former Minister Rajitha Senaratne who was remanded, released on bail

Fmr. Minister Rajitha Senaratne granted bail

10 Jun, 2020 | 11:21 AM

COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka rise to 1859

DIG Waruna Jayasundara has been appointed as the new Commandant of the Police Special Task Force (STF)

COVID-19: Two new cases reported

10 Jun, 2020 | 08:05 AM

U.S. Embassy claims it did not request for the demonstration in Colombo to be blocked

Mangala Samaraweera decides not to contest the General Election from the Matara District

School holiday to end on June 29

09 Jun, 2020 | 02:43 PM

WATCH VIDEO: Police crack whip against anti US protesters in Sri Lanka

“If you want to engage in political activity, resign” – President tells Government Officers

Validity of all types of VISA extended

08 Jun, 2020 | 05:17 PM

Date of the General Election not announced; date will be announced during the week. – Mahinda Deshapriya

Trial Election ahead of General Election held in Ambalangoda

Environment minister warns tough action against environment polluters

Govt. warns tough action against polluters

06 Jun, 2020 | 10:24 PM

Bus priority lane rule to be strictly implemented from June 22 : Police

1091 arrested for violating curfew

Showery condition expected to enhance

06 Jun, 2020 | 09:59 AM

CBSL to pay back depositors of The Finance Company PLC

Sri Lanka will strive towards prosperity, inspired by Dhamma and strengthened by past experiences: President

US Embassy official refuses Airport PCR test but allowed to enter SL

US Embassy official refuses PCR test but enters SL

04 Jun, 2020 | 02:50 PM

Cabinet decision on driver’s licence

‘The Finance Company’ depositors to receive up to Rs. 600,000/- from Monday

Island-wide curfew until Saturday morning

04 Jun, 2020 | 09:19 AM

A special 4 day dengue eradication program

Thushara Upuldeniya appointed as acting commissioner general of prisons

Election date to be decided on June 8: Polls Chief

03 Jun, 2020 | 04:41 PM

CBSL must bear responsibility over slump faced by finance bodies : PM Rajapaksa

Top Military Brass appointed to Task Force to build ‘a secure country, disciplined, virtuous and lawful society’

SC refuses to grant leave to proceed for all FR petitions

SC dismisses all FR petitions

02 Jun, 2020 | 02:56 PM

Maj. Gen. Jagath Gunawardena assumes duties as the new Chief of Staff of Army

UPDATE: COVID-19 cases rise to 1643

President orders stern action!

01 Jun, 2020 | 07:54 PM

AG directs CCD to arrest Former Welikada OIC over Patali Champika accident case

Order of the Supreme Court on FR petitions, to be delivered tomorrow.

Pakistan Premier says Sri Lanka’s fuel prices as high as 75% compared to Pakistan

Pakistan's Fuel prices cheapest in SA: Pakistan PM

01 Jun, 2020 | 12:58 PM

Sri Lanka registers its 11th COVID-19 death

Locusts attack multiple farmlands in Kurunegala – measures taken to contain the spread

No data breach occured in cyber-attack attempts – SLCERT

No data breach in cyber-attack attempts - SLCERT

31 May, 2020 | 12:47 PM

UPDATE: No. of COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka rises to 1620

Among those who returned from Kuwait are those who surrendered under general amnesty

South-west monsoon gradually establishing over the country : Met Department

Heavy rainfall expected throughout the country

30 May, 2020 | 10:05 AM

Sri Lanka’s COVID-19 cases rise to 1548

“Ready to beg for money to fund construction”, Bandula Gunawardena on Homagama Cricket Stadium

Sri Lanka blames Kuwait for violating the International Regulations of Health

Kuwait violating the IRH: DGHS - Dr. Jasinghe

29 May, 2020 | 12:41 PM

Rare Black Leopard recently rescued from a snare dies

Navy personnel at Gaffor Building never had contact with outsiders; Sri Lanka Navy

Majority of over 700 confirmed COVID-19 cases among Sri Lanka Navy personnel: Army Commander

Over 700 SLN sailors contracted COVID-19, so far

29 May, 2020 | 08:37 AM

COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka spikes to 1503 with 34 new cases on Thursday

Gaffor Building isolated, 200 SLN personnel quarantined as SLN Driver tests positive

18-hour water cut in certain parts of Colombo on Saturday

18-hour water cut in Colombo on Saturday

28 May, 2020 | 03:08 PM

13 COVID-19 patients recover

Island-wide curfew on May 31st & June 4th-5th: PMD

SL Govt to import 2,500 cows from Australia, less than a year after scandal

SL to import 2,500 cows from Australia

28 May, 2020 | 11:13 AM

Cabinet approval granted to import another 2500 dairy heifers from Australia

“Combat Covid-19 with a New Style of Life” – Guidelines released – available for download

Prevailing showery condition expected to enhance further

Special advisory for heavy rain

28 May, 2020 | 10:15 AM

Repatriation of expat workers based on PCR tests & COVID-19 treatment facilities capacity- Admiral Jayanath Colombage

150 People test Positive for COVID-19: Highest single day rise in cases

Reports to SC suggest COVID-19 contained and no obstacle to hold election

No obstacle to hold election, says Legal Secretary

27 May, 2020 | 06:27 PM

Rajitha Senaratne remanded until the 10th of June over white van press conference

283 people repatriated to the country tested positive for COVID-19

COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka surge past 1,300

137 test positive for COVID-19 in SL on Tuesday

26 May, 2020 | 10:11 PM

Ceylon Workers Congress Leader and Minister Arumugam Thondaman passed away

Sri Lanka’s COVID-19 cases hits 1278 after record daily infections

Update – Sri Lanka’s COVID-19 infections reach 1206

Update - Sri Lanka's COVID-19 cases reach 1206

26 May, 2020 | 04:27 PM

275 Sri Lankan expatriates stranded in Qatar to be repatriated soon

Rare Black Leopard trapped in a Snare in Nallathanniya

Fire in Wellampitiya

26 May, 2020 | 01:06 PM

Heavy rain forecast for Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Southern and Uva Provinces

DIG Ajith Rohana elaborates on the relaxation of curfew while quarantine laws are still in effect

41 people test positive for COVID-19

25 May, 2020 | 08:24 PM

Director General of Health Services confirms 10th COVID-19 death in Sri Lanka

CSE extends trading hours: Market to close at 2.30 PM

Curfew in Colombo to be lifted after 2 months

25 May, 2020 | 01:41 PM

COVID- 19 UPDATE: 49 patients test positive for COVID-19 today

The Seychelles 35: Who are they, and why are they in SL?

10 districts at High Risk of Dengue

24 May, 2020 | 01:41 PM

Never allow any harm to the Islamic brotherhood due to extremists acts of few people – President Rajapaksa

UPDATE: 40 more people recovered from COVID-19

Lonely Sri Lankan Elephant Kaavan, to be released from Islamabad zoo under court order.

Pakistani HC rules to release lonely SL Elephant

23 May, 2020 | 12:57 PM

Island-wide curfew in effect from 8 tonight

Stranded Sri Lankans in Russia arrive at the BIA

Eleven senior Police Officers transferred

22 May, 2020 | 10:30 PM

PM’s meeting with former MP’s gets underway

Leave homes based on NIC numbers when curfew is in effect : PMD

UNP to boycott meeting with the Prime Minister

UNP to boycott meeting with the PM

03 May, 2020 | 06:44 PM

Restrictions on Akurana, Beruwala areas relaxed

Inmate dies after failed jail break attempt in Mahara

Update - COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka rises to 705

02 May, 2020 | 06:47 PM

More than 4600 undergoing quarantine across 35 military operated facilities

SriLankan Airlines to operate repatriation flights to UK and Australia

JVP, SJB will not attend PM meeting

02 May, 2020 | 12:37 PM

After rumours about health, North Korea state media report Kim Jong Un appearance

Curfew in four high risk districts extended until May 11

Sri Lanka hikes special commodity levy on big onions

Special commodity levy on big onions hiked

01 May, 2020 | 07:41 PM

Multiple agencies investigating FB videos of children threatening each other

Sri Lanka’s total confirmed COVID-19 cases rise to 674 with 157 recoveries

COVID-19 spread in Western Province under control to a certain extent

Ready to do 3000 PCR tests daily if required : MOH

01 May, 2020 | 03:33 PM

UPDATE: TOTAL COVID-19 CASES RISE TO 668

Confirmed COVID-19 cases rise to 663 Health Ministry

14 drug addicts among those who tested positive for COVID-19 in Sri Lanka

Only One COVID-19 cluster in active status in SL

30 Apr, 2020 | 06:35 PM

Update: Total recoveries in Sri Lanka at 139 – Global recoveries exceed 1 million

PM invites former MPs for a meeting on May 4th

Renowned Bollywood actor Rishi Kapoor dies aged 67

Bollywood actor Rishi Kapoor, dies ages 67

30 Apr, 2020 | 11:49 AM

The risk of Dengue to intensify in the coming days: Health Authorities

National Election Commission to convene on Saturday

Sri Lanka's COVID-19 infections rises to 649

30 Apr, 2020 | 01:15 AM

Sri Lanka declares island-wide curfew from tomorrow

48 drug addicts in Colombo ordered to self quarantine

Homagama Base Hospital added to list of hospitals providing treatment for COVID-19

Homagama Base Hospital to treat COVID-19 patients

29 Apr, 2020 | 06:35 PM

226 sailors tested positive for COVID-19 & 3609 people undergoing quarantine

Don’t discriminate security forces personnel and their families, request from Defence Secretary

MOH and 09 PHIs tested negative for COVID-19

MOH and 09 PHIs move into self-quarantine

29 Apr, 2020 | 04:21 PM

Bollywood actor Irrfan Khan dead at 53

31 people including 21 sailors tested positive for COVID-19 on Tuesday

206 Sri Lanka Navy sailors and contacts tested positive for COVID-19; DG Health Services

206 sailors & contacts contracted the Coronavirus

28 Apr, 2020 | 05:39 PM

Vehicle clearance at Hambantota International Port at a snail’s pace

COVID-19 positive cases and recoveries on the rise

Pregnant women must make prior appointments before attending clinics

Pregnant women must be alert to certain symptoms

28 Apr, 2020 | 10:13 AM

Covid-19 cases detected from Havelock Lane & Torrington

Update: Sri Lanka’s COVID-19 cases reach 588; more than 180 frontline workers infected

Special Presidential Task Force appointed

27 Apr, 2020 | 07:31 PM

COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka reach 571, after 04 new cases were reported

Schools will not be used as quarantine facilities

Sri Lanka to boost its PCR testing capacity to combat COVID-19

03 Universities to start PCR testing in SL

27 Apr, 2020 | 06:11 PM

180 Sri Lanka Navy personnel tested positive for COVID-19

44 new COVID-19 cases reported in Sri Lanka on Monday

Sri Lanka Army replaces Police to maintain external security of Parliament

Army takes over external security of Parliament

27 Apr, 2020 | 03:58 PM

O/L Results released online

34 new cases in Sri Lanka, total COVID-19 cases in the country upto 557

O/L Examination results to be released today

27 Apr, 2020 | 01:39 PM

Airman among those who tested positive for COVID-19 on Sunday

Do not withhold or conceal vital information when visiting hospital; request from Health Sector

Saudi Arabia to end executions for crimes committed by minors

Saudi to ban death penalty on minors

27 Apr, 2020 | 11:10 AM

Body bags were requested to maintain inventory and not because of COVID-19, says Health Ministry

Rainfall over the island likely to enhance today: Met Department

63 people tested positive for COVID-19 in a single day

523 COVID-19 cases in SL, 63 new cases on Sunday

27 Apr, 2020 | 12:54 AM

Sri Lanka records more than 500 COVID-19 cases

Island-wide police curfew tomorrow

95 sailors from Welisara tested positive for COVID-19

95 sailors in total tested positive for COVID-19

26 Apr, 2020 | 06:54 PM

Defence Ministry cancels leave of all Tri-Forces officers and other ranks

Ministry of Health says the number of COVID-19 infections has increased to 477

5 more tested positive for COVID-19

26 Apr, 2020 | 02:48 PM

Sri Lanka Navy issues statement on the death of a Navy officer at the Welisara Navy Camp

COVID-19 CASES ON THE RISE; TOTAL AT 462 AS OF THIS AFTERNOON

Results of the G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examination will be released within the next two days: Commissioner General of Examinations

O/L Exam results to be released within two days

26 Apr, 2020 | 10:41 AM

Total COVID-19 cases rise to 460: Lt. Gen. Shavendra Silva

13 more people test positive for COVID-19

Curfew extended until 4th May for 4 districts

UPDATE: CURFEW EXTENDED UNTIL 4TH MAY

25 Apr, 2020 | 05:58 PM

Sri Lanka hits out at Fitch for downgrading ranking

SriLankan Airlines’ scheduled flight suspension extended till May 15

UPDATE: Total confirmed COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka rise to 420

420 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka

25 Apr, 2020 | 10:40 AM

COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka increases to 416

World Bank projects 19% decline in remittance for Sri Lanka

60 people at the Welisara Navy Camp tested positive for COVID-19

Welisara Camp infections increase to 60

24 Apr, 2020 | 06:03 PM

Six more COVID-19 infections reported in Sri Lanka

Attorney General seeks permission to re-enter department premises

4000 sailors and their families quarantine at Welisara Navy Camp

Welisara Camp sailors recalled

24 Apr, 2020 | 03:16 PM

Sri Lankan child infected with COVID-19 in Maldives

Treasury goes online with lockdown

UN Chief: “Threat is the virus, not people”; Don’t to use pandemic to violate human rights

Covid-19 escalating in to a human rights issue- UN

24 Apr, 2020 | 12:31 PM

Five test positive for COVID-19 after country confirms record number of infections

Sri Lanka conducts more than 1000 COVID-19 tests for the first time

30 sailors from Welisara Navy Camp tested positive for COVID-19

30 sailors test positive from Welisara

23 Apr, 2020 | 11:52 PM

News1st condemns attack on Indian journalist Arnab Goswami

Violating “Quarantine Curfew” will lead to 06 months in prison : DIG

Sri Lanka's COVID-19 infections rises to 335

23 Apr, 2020 | 04:17 PM

101 Sri Lankan students airlifted from Amritsar, India

Sri Lanka hikes import duty on fuel despite global decline in prices

No need to seek foreign military assistance, defence secretary says

No need help from foreign military : Defense Sec.

22 Apr, 2020 | 10:34 PM

530 samples obtained from Peliyagoda Fish Market, barber salons to remain closed

General election candidates barred from relief activities

Sri Lanka reports 11 more COVID-19 infections

22 Apr, 2020 | 01:56 PM

India refutes reports of dispatching army team to Sri Lanka

2696 people continue to remain in quarantine facilities

New tax for workers should be paid before the 15th of every month

New tax should be paid before the 15th every month

22 Apr, 2020 | 09:53 AM

Tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka declines for the 12th consecutive month

US reaffirms support to combat terrorism; remembers SL terror attack victims

Total confirmed COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka now at 310

COVID-19 cases in SL rises to 310

21 Apr, 2020 | 05:59 PM

149 people released from quarantine facilities; 4348 released thus far

81 people from Piliyandala moved into quarantine over COVID-19 concerns

SriLankan Airlines operates special flights to bring back Sri Lankans stranded in India, Pakistan and Nepal

Special flights to bring back stranded students

21 Apr, 2020 | 12:31 PM

603 people arrested for violating Curfew-SL Police

Bandaranaike Mw. placed under lock down : Chief MOH

More than 1000 residents of Bandaranayake Mawatha to be sent for quarantine

More than 200 families to be sent for quarantine

21 Apr, 2020 | 11:33 AM

Market Halt to be imposed at every 5% decline- CSE

Cardinal blames leaders over April 21st attacks as families mourn loved ones

Extraordinary Gazette declaring the General Election has been issued

June 20th Election Gazette Issued

20 Apr, 2020 | 11:37 PM

General election to be held on June 20

COVID – 19 cases soar past 300 ; 32 in a single day

Licences of buses which violated health guidelines to be suspended

Action against buses violating health guidelines

20 Apr, 2020 | 03:14 PM

Former MP Ramanayake granted bail

Prof. Hoole objects proposal to conduct poll on May 28

Sri Lanka reports 15 new infections of COVID – 19

15 patients test positive for COVID-19

19 Apr, 2020 | 05:37 PM

Bus Terminals and Train Stations disinfected

02 more people test positive for Corona Virus in Sri Lanka

Excise Dept. permits opening of liquor stores when curfew is lifted

Liquor stores to be open when curfew is lifted

19 Apr, 2020 | 01:53 PM

Leopard dies after being rescued in Maskeliya

Sri Lanka imposes import restrictions amidst foreign exchange crisis

Govt. to lift curfew in certain areas of high risk zones on April 22

Government revises curfew regulations

18 Apr, 2020 | 06:38 PM

EXCLUSIVE : Four new species of Beetles identified in Sri Lanka

31,680 people arrested since March 20th for Curfew Violations

Intelligence units to trace contacts of COVID – 19 patients

Intel units to trace contacts of COVID-19 patients

18 Apr, 2020 | 01:22 PM

5000 buses, 400 trains for public transport from Monday

Special circular on resuming state sector services to be released next week

Surgeries won't be suspended at hospitals

18 Apr, 2020 | 09:45 AM

77 people have thus far recovered from COVID-19

Govt. introduces option of settling PAYE taxes through employers

IMF to review Sri Lanka’s request for Rapid Credit Facility

IMF to study SL's request for RCF

17 Apr, 2020 | 01:59 PM

COVID-19 recoveries in Sri Lanka rises to 70

Manning Market to remain closed for another week

40 people from Colombo and Ja-Ela sent to Quarantine Facilities

40 more people sent to quarantine

17 Apr, 2020 | 07:59 AM

No Parking Fee in Colombo during curfew period ; CMC

Special Commodity Levy on imported fruits to be hiked

UPDATE: Former minister Rishad Bathiudeen leaves CID

UPDATE: Ex-minister Rishad Bathiudeen leaves CID

16 Apr, 2020 | 12:34 PM

Corona virus patients now mostly from quarantine camps

SIU investigating internal setbacks in previous 21/4 investigation

UN rapporteurs call on govt. to revise regulation on cremating deceased victims of COVID – 19

UN urges govt. to revise cremation regulations

14 Apr, 2020 | 10:10 PM

15 people tested positive for COVID-19 in a single day in Sri Lanka

Two including brother of ex-MP Bathiudeen arrested over last year’s April 21 attacks

Twitter apologizes for “systematic mistake”; lifts ban on Chinese Embassy handle

Twitter lifts suspension on Chinese Embassy handle

14 Apr, 2020 | 12:32 PM

IMF approves Immediate Debt Relief for 25 countries: Sri Lanka not in the list

India extended “Lockdown” till May 3

UPDATE: Twitter lifts suspension on Chinese Embassy handle; China accuses of “double standards”

UPDATE:Suspension on Chinese Embassy handle lifted

13 Apr, 2020 | 03:50 PM

Sri Lanka’s unemployment rate rises to 4.8 percent

Work from home period extended

Govt. increases Special Commodity Levy on Palm Oil

12 Apr, 2020 | 07:59 PM

All universities to open in May in three separate stages : UGC

Police to arrest and prosecute those who post false content on social media

Bodies of deceased due to COVID – 19 to be cremated

Bodies of COVID - 19 victims to be cremated

12 Apr, 2020 | 02:01 PM

Schools to be re-opened for second terms on May 11

Curfew for 19 districts extended to 16th April

Security in Suduwella, Ja-Ela tightened after 06 test positive for COVID-19

Tight Security in Ja-Ela after 06 test positive

11 Apr, 2020 | 06:30 PM

Fisheries Department constructs laboratory to detect COVID-19 patients

198th confirmed COVID-19 case reported in Sri Lanka

Senior DIG and several other ranks transferred : Police HQ

Central Province Senior DIG moved to Colombo

11 Apr, 2020 | 05:08 PM

Lotus Tower to be lit in red to honor those combating COVID-19

Remandees charged under three categories not entitled to receive bail

Navy prohibits migrant boats from entering Sri Lankan waters

Migrant boats will be turned back - SL Navy

11 Apr, 2020 | 12:29 PM

Legal action against those who aid to conceal COVID-19 symptoms

Massive haul of heroin and ICE seized in high seas by SL Navy

Mandatory to wear a face mask when travelling

11 Apr, 2020 | 10:57 AM

07 people test positive for COVID-19, total 197 cases

Pharmacies to be kept open in certain areas

1455 remain in quarantine across 12 quarantine facilities

23 Self quarantine violators moved to Oluvil

10 Apr, 2020 | 07:25 PM

Promoting the distillation of spirits at home will lead to prosecution

Ex-Local Government Politician remanded for violating curfew laws

British HC requests British tourists to leave Sri Lanka

British HC requests British tourists to leave SL

10 Apr, 2020 | 02:51 PM

Rice Mill operations declared as an essential service

50 patients recover from COVID – 19 in Sri Lanka

Three stranded Sri Lankans return to the country

10 Apr, 2020 | 12:16 PM

1311 people continue to remain in quarantine facilities in SL

Village in Mannar placed under isolation after COVID-19 movement

Special commodity levy on palm oil to be increased

09 Apr, 2020 | 11:54 PM

Sri Lanka’s COVID – 19 count hits 190

Is Sri Lanka’s decades-old BCG vaccine regime fighting off Covid-19?

EU announces 22 million euro grant to Sri Lanka

09 Apr, 2020 | 01:50 PM

GoSL to set up new account with benefits to prevent economic fall

Three more recover from COVID – 19

Term of PCoI probing ETI Finance extended

President extends term of PCoI probing ETI Finance

09 Apr, 2020 | 12:39 PM

Curfew in Ratnapura, Pelmadulla police divisions until further notice

Sri Lanka reports seventh death due to COVID-19

Curfew in 19 districts to be in effect until April 14 after being re-imposed tomorrow

Update on curfew in 19 districts

08 Apr, 2020 | 05:02 PM

Sri Lanka’s COVID – 19 count reaches 186

Rupee plummets against the US dollar

2014 migrant tragedy video falsely linked to COVID-19

COVID-19 video, revealed as 2014 Migrant Tragedy

08 Apr, 2020 | 11:47 AM

PHI union requests safe mechanism to transport people back to hometowns

More than 1800 curfew violators arrested

PM urges the public to remain at home amidst rise in COVID – 19 cases

Public requested to remain at home : PM Rajapaksa

07 Apr, 2020 | 10:00 PM

Sri Lanka’s COVID – 19 cases rises to 185

Sri Lanka’s COVID – 19 cases reaches 183

Sri Lanka to step up COVID - 19 testing

07 Apr, 2020 | 02:09 PM

Sri Lanka confirms sixth COVID-19 death

Eight hour water cut in several areas

UK PM Boris Johnson moved to intensive care

07 Apr, 2020 | 01:14 AM

Curfew imposed in 19 districts to be in effect until April 9

Sick German woman aboard cruise ship taken to Colombo General Hospital

Sri Lanka's rupee slide continues

06 Apr, 2020 | 12:23 PM

Hotlines for free counselling services

Sri Lankan aboard cruise ship brought back to the country

UPDATE: Sri Lanka's COVID - 19 cases hits 175

05 Apr, 2020 | 09:00 PM

Sri Lanka’s COVID-19 cases rises to 167

‘Work from Home’ period declared from April 6 to 10

More than 1000 people arrested for violating the curfew

1245 people arrested for curfew violations

05 Apr, 2020 | 08:53 AM

Hotlines launched for plumbing, electrical services

44 year old dies at Welikanda Hospital from COVID-19

UPDATE: Sri Lanka's COVID - 19 cases rises to 159

03 Apr, 2020 | 10:11 PM

Central bank unexpectedly cut key policy rates on Friday

Udayanga Weerathunga granted bail

World Bank approves loan worth USD 128.6 mn to Sri Lanka

World Bank approves loan worth USD 128.6 mn to SL

03 Apr, 2020 | 10:50 AM

Sri Lanka reports fourth death due to COVID – 19

UPDATE : COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka climbs upto 151

COVID - 19 cases in Sri Lanka rises upto 148

02 Apr, 2020 | 11:39 AM

Third COVID-19 death reported in SL

COVID – 19 patients in SL rises upto 146

Grace period for returnees to register with the Police ends at 12 noon

Returnees asked to contact Police before 12 noon

01 Apr, 2020 | 11:05 AM

CURFEW LIFTED ACROSS 19 DISTRICTS AT 6 A.M. TO BE REIMPOSED AT 2 P.M.

143 CASES IN TOTAL, 21 CASES YESTERDAY, 10 CASES FROM PUTTALAM

COVID - 19 cases rises upto 142

31 Mar, 2020 | 08:09 PM

UPDATE: Ten more patients test positive for COVID 19

Service providers requested not to disconnect phone connections for delayed payment

Two more COVID-19 cases recover completely

31 Mar, 2020 | 12:38 PM

Police to be stern on curfew violators

COVID-19: 1,600 samples of patients tested thus far – MRI

Second death reported due to COVID – 19 in Sri Lanka

Second death reported due to COVID - 19 in SL

30 Mar, 2020 | 06:47 PM

Update: COVID-19 cases increase to 122

BAN ON AIRCRAFT ARRIVALS TO THE BIA EXTENDED TO THE 07TH OF APRIL

Movement in and out of Akurana restricted

29 Mar, 2020 | 08:37 AM

First COVID – 19 death in Sri Lanka

Four more patients test positive for COVID-19, total cases rise to 110

Sri Lankan living in Switzerland dies from COVID19

27 Mar, 2020 | 10:12 AM

UPDATE: Two more COVID – 19 patients identified in Sri Lanka

9 hour water cut in Colombo- NWSDB

Curfew in 16 districts to be re-imposed at 2 pm

26 Mar, 2020 | 09:01 AM

Curfew in Colombo, Gampaha, Kalutara to continue further – PMD

One group re-directed to quarantine facility

Colombo, Gampaha, and Kalutara districts declared as high risk zones

Govt. identifies high risk zones for COVID - 19

24 Mar, 2020 | 02:12 PM

President announces relief measures to the people amid COVID-19

BREAKING : Updated curfew regulations

Curfew lifted for certain areas

23 Mar, 2020 | 09:38 AM

45 Island-wide Quarantine Centres Now Operational – Lt Gen Shavendra Silva

Govt. decides not to allow anyone into the country

CSE declares two-day market holiday

22 Mar, 2020 | 03:13 PM

Passenger flights, cruise ships barred from entering the country

O/L results won’t be released this month : Exams Dept.

Total no. of Covid-19 cases rises to 77

21 Mar, 2020 | 05:38 PM

Pistols discovered in Mt. Lavinia belong to drug trafficking PNB officers; Police

Another Police Officer arrested in firearms case involving Vass Gunawardena

Everything in place for the upcoming Election – NEC

Everything in place for upcoming Election - NEC

04 Aug, 2020 | 09:10 AM

COVID-19 cases in the island rise to 2828

Special Protection for Prison Officers

04 Aug, 2020 | 01:00 PM

Assets of PNB officers involved in drug trafficking to be seized.

Probe on PNB drug trafficking ring continues

04 Aug, 2020 | 11:22 AM

New Parliament to meet on 20th of August 2020

04 Aug, 2020 | 01:06 AM

Sri Lanka's human rights chief resigns

03 Aug, 2020 | 09:50 PM

New voting system for the visually impaired

03 Aug, 2020 | 07:03 PM

"Angoda Lokka" surfaced in India in 2018

03 Aug, 2020 | 05:19 PM

Police to approach Indian HC on "Angoda Lokka"

03 Aug, 2020 | 04:07 PM

Intelligence Op led to Sampayo's arrest; Police

03 Aug, 2020 | 12:42 PM

Coimbatore Police says investigations revealed “ANGODA LOKKA” is dead

Coimbatore Police says “ANGODA LOKKA” is dead

03 Aug, 2020 | 07:48 AM

Anurudhdha Sampayo claims he is being framed

02 Aug, 2020 | 09:06 PM

Anurudhdha Sampayo Arrested

02 Aug, 2020 | 04:37 PM

Anti-India protesters say talks with PM a success

02 Aug, 2020 | 11:37 AM

Election propaganda prohibited from midnight: NEC

02 Aug, 2020 | 07:48 AM

First came the Eagle, and now a cat

01 Aug, 2020 | 08:24 PM

(VIDEO) Smart Elephant herd crawl under & break through fence to reach farmland

Smart Elephants prove electric fence isn't working

01 Aug, 2020 | 03:30 PM

Dematagoda Cash House Raided

01 Aug, 2020 | 03:05 PM

Voters permitted to bring their own pen to mark ballot paper

Voters permitted to bring own pen to mark ballot

01 Aug, 2020 | 02:54 PM

Negombo Prison events tip of the iceberg, investigations will reveal more; Attorney General’s Dept.

Prison Officers forced to bribe to save their jobs

01 Aug, 2020 | 02:02 AM

AG files indictment against Rajitha

31 Jul, 2020 | 06:50 PM

Premalal Jayasekera alias “Choca Malli” and 02 others sentenced to death

Premalal Jayasekera sentenced to death

31 Jul, 2020 | 06:32 PM

STF arrests suspect with 23kg of heroin in Wellampitiya

23kg of heroin seized in Wellampitiya

31 Jul, 2020 | 06:11 PM

"Lith" case against Basil fixed for December

31 Jul, 2020 | 01:20 PM

Court of Appeal issues interim-injunction on Avant-Garde case

CA issues interim-injunction on Avant-Garde case

31 Jul, 2020 | 12:39 PM

SSP Shani Abeysekara arrested over firearms related incident

Ex-CID Chief Arrested

31 Jul, 2020 | 09:13 AM

Individual sentence to death for 2001 murder

30 Jul, 2020 | 05:04 PM

Lankapura Divisional Secretariat staffer tests positive for COVID-19

COVID-19 case reported from Lankapura DS

30 Jul, 2020 | 01:00 PM

AG wants Acting IGP to explain why Negombo Prison Chief is not arrested

AG wants IGP to explain failure to enforce warrant

30 Jul, 2020 | 11:19 AM

SLPP reveals conspiracy to eliminate Basil

29 Jul, 2020 | 06:55 PM

Students not required to go to school during election week : Education Minister

Students can take holiday on election week

29 Jul, 2020 | 03:20 PM

SLC Vice President quits post; criticizes administration

SLC Vice President Mathivanan quits post

29 Jul, 2020 | 01:54 PM

Record 175 COVID-19 patients recover on Tuesday

29 Jul, 2020 | 08:51 AM

Fmr. SIS Chief tells PCoI, Zahran was not master-mind of April 2019 Attacks

CNI warned of attacks, 10 months ahead

28 Jul, 2020 | 05:28 PM

Court orders handover of documents on demolished archaeological site

Court orders handover of docs on Kurunegala site

28 Jul, 2020 | 04:01 PM

Petition filed seeking Kurunegala Mayor arrest

28 Jul, 2020 | 12:15 PM

Confirmed COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka rises to 2805

23 COVID-19 cases reported on Monday 27th July

28 Jul, 2020 | 01:06 AM

(VIDEO) Jordanian Security Forces Use Tear Gas On Sri Lankan Migrant Workers

Migrant Workers Tear Gassed in Jordan

28 Jul, 2020 | 12:50 AM

Children must be secure from all forms of abuse

27 Jul, 2020 | 07:01 PM

Sri Lanka Police reveal shocking details of child sex abuse involving 54-year old man

Police reveals Child Sex Abuse details

27 Jul, 2020 | 03:51 PM

Advanced Voting program for quarantined voters, will not go ahead : NEC

Advanced Voting program will not go ahead : NEC

27 Jul, 2020 | 02:06 PM

PCoI reaches agreement with CoA

27 Jul, 2020 | 12:48 PM

Ravi Karunanayake and Rishad Bathiudeen at CID to provide statements

Ravi K & Rishad at CID to provide statements

27 Jul, 2020 | 12:03 PM

Kurunegala archaeology site’s investigation report handed over to Acting IGP

Kurunegala archaeology site's report to Acting IGP

27 Jul, 2020 | 11:11 AM

Grades 11, 12 and 13 resume academic activities

27 Jul, 2020 | 09:21 AM

Ancient structure in Medirigiriya on the brink of destruction

Ancient structure in Medirigiriya under threat

26 Jul, 2020 | 09:18 PM

IDH COVID-19 escapee returned to Kandakadu

26 Jul, 2020 | 12:22 PM

Drug traffickers arrested with 5600 narcotic pills

26 Jul, 2020 | 12:13 PM

“Right to Vote amidst Disaster” guidelines and operational plan published

"Right to Vote amidst Disaster" by ECoSL & DMC

25 Jul, 2020 | 05:13 PM

Draft Circular Instructions for PHIs contrary to law; AG

PHI Draft Circular Instructions contrary to law

25 Jul, 2020 | 02:35 PM

India provides US$ 400 Mn currency swap

24 Jul, 2020 | 09:55 PM

Concerns raised as to who will fund renovation of demolished archaeology site

Renovation of Kurunegala site suspended

24 Jul, 2020 | 07:18 PM

09 hour water cut for several parts of Colombo on Saturday night

Water cut for several areas in Colombo on Saturday

24 Jul, 2020 | 04:19 PM

Suspected COVID-19 escapee located

24 Jul, 2020 | 10:50 AM

Major Man-hunt underway to locate COVID-19 escapee

24 Jul, 2020 | 10:04 AM

In 2017 IGP, CNI, Sec. Def and Min. of Law & Order were informed of Zaharan; Witness tells PCoI

List of 94 NTJ suspects given to IGP in 2017

24 Jul, 2020 | 12:09 AM

Army Mohideen not arrested due to lack of evidence

23 Jul, 2020 | 05:51 PM

Kurunegala MC prohibits entry to demolished archaeological site

Court prohibits entry to demolished site

23 Jul, 2020 | 04:38 PM

AG obtains court order to protect demolished Kurunegala archaeology site

AG obtained court order on archaeology site

23 Jul, 2020 | 02:27 PM

Water Cut for multiple areas in Western Province

23 Jul, 2020 | 11:58 AM

Sri Lanka’s COVID-19 infections reach 2752

23 Jul, 2020 | 09:02 AM

AG advises Acting IGP to expedite investigation into archaeological site demolition

AG tells AIGP to expedite Kurunegala inquiry

22 Jul, 2020 | 05:04 PM

Archaeology building demolition report submitted

22 Jul, 2020 | 04:08 PM

AG instructs CID to arrest several prison officers

22 Jul, 2020 | 02:01 PM

ETI & Swarnamahal Finance depositors to be compensated : CBSL

ETI & Swarnamahal depositors to be compensated

22 Jul, 2020 | 11:58 AM

Zero COVID-19 cases in past 24 hours

22 Jul, 2020 | 10:54 AM

Additional Days declared for Postal Voting

22 Jul, 2020 | 02:28 AM

Hajj will be celebrated on 01st August

22 Jul, 2020 | 12:41 AM

April Attacks suspect reportedly fled to India

21 Jul, 2020 | 08:39 PM

Drug trafficking PNB officers received armed protection; Prosecution tells Court

Drug trafficking PNB officers further remanded

21 Jul, 2020 | 06:29 PM

Court orders Ex-Minister Rishad to report to CID & provide statements

Rishad ordered to appear at CID

21 Jul, 2020 | 05:42 PM

Petition seeking Karuna Amman's arrest dismissed

21 Jul, 2020 | 03:22 PM

Warrant issued for the arrest of Shashi Weerawansa

21 Jul, 2020 | 12:03 PM

08 hour water cut for Battaramulla and surrounding areas on Thursday

08 hour water cut for Battaramulla on Thursday

21 Jul, 2020 | 11:33 AM

All sailors in Welisara cluster recovered

21 Jul, 2020 | 07:21 AM

(VIDEO) Another Leopard found dead, trapped in a snare in Nawalapitiya

(VIDEO) Another Leopard found dead in Nawalapitiya

20 Jul, 2020 | 06:32 PM

Landslide early warnings issued for multiple districts

Landslide early warnings issued for multiple areas

20 Jul, 2020 | 12:20 PM

Grade 05 & A/L examination dates announced

20 Jul, 2020 | 11:51 AM

Heavy rainfall across the island

20 Jul, 2020 | 09:33 AM

Concerns raised on delay in publishing quarterly economic growth rate

Concerns over delay in publishing growth rate

19 Jul, 2020 | 10:04 PM

04 Kandakadu contacts test positive for COVID-19

19 Jul, 2020 | 06:51 PM

Police launch investigation into demolition of a “King’s Court” in Kurunegala

Police probe archaeological demolition

19 Jul, 2020 | 10:02 AM

556 positive COVID-19 cases from Kandakadu cluster

19 Jul, 2020 | 09:30 AM

PHIs withdraw from disease control activities

18 Jul, 2020 | 09:48 PM

School holiday extended ; new date for A/L exams

18 Jul, 2020 | 03:07 PM

Over 6000 PCR tests for Kandakadu COVID-19 cluster

18 Jul, 2020 | 11:12 AM

Gazette on "COVID-19 Elections Regulations" issued

18 Jul, 2020 | 07:31 AM

139 subject to PCR tests in Rajanganaya

17 Jul, 2020 | 07:36 PM

What will happen to ECT ?

17 Jul, 2020 | 07:22 PM

Committee to probe demolition of 'Kings Court'

17 Jul, 2020 | 04:47 PM

CA orders Acting IGP to arrest anyone for transporting sand without valid permit

Permit mandatory to transport sand; Appeal Court

17 Jul, 2020 | 03:08 PM

COVID (Elections) Regulations 2020 approved by AG

17 Jul, 2020 | 12:42 PM

PHIs step away from COVID-19 control duties

17 Jul, 2020 | 12:16 PM

Police failed to protect 13th Century King’s assembly hall in Kurunegala: DG Archaeology

Police failed to protect 13th Century King's Court

17 Jul, 2020 | 10:41 AM

Visitors of Kandakadu Rehab Centre NEGATIVE for COVID-19: Lt. Gen. Shavendra Silva

Visitors of T&R Kandakadu NEGATIVE for COVID-19

17 Jul, 2020 | 09:53 AM

CID to investigate false propaganda on COVID-19

17 Jul, 2020 | 08:13 AM

Historic 13th Century ‘Kings Court’ torn down in Kurunegala by Mayor (VIDEO)

13th Century 'Kings Court' in Kurunegala ruined

16 Jul, 2020 | 09:37 PM

(VIDEO) Tensions in Angulana over death of man in police gunfire

Tensions in Angulana over death in police shootout

16 Jul, 2020 | 09:27 PM

Key suspect in Thajudeen homicide case dead

16 Jul, 2020 | 05:59 PM

All PCR test reports of Kandakadu T&R staff and inmates received : Army Commander

PCR test reports of all T&R personnel received

16 Jul, 2020 | 12:08 PM

New CBSL Monetary Board members appointed

16 Jul, 2020 | 11:20 AM

SL suspends expat repatriation; furore over move

15 Jul, 2020 | 11:49 PM

Only 20 COVID-19 cases from outside of Kandakadu

15 Jul, 2020 | 07:50 PM

February electricity bill to be adjusted for March, April and May ; Min. Amaraweera

Relief for Electricity Consumers

15 Jul, 2020 | 03:46 PM

Don't use children in campaign material

15 Jul, 2020 | 02:53 PM

New Navy Commander meets President Rajapaksa

15 Jul, 2020 | 02:03 PM

Vice Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenne appointed as new Sri Lanka Navy Commander

Navy Commander appointed

15 Jul, 2020 | 10:48 AM

Total confirmed COVID-19 cases at 2665

15 Jul, 2020 | 08:16 AM

AG directs Acting IGP to record statements from Ravi Karunanayake & Arjun Aloysius

AG wants Bond Scam suspects questioned

14 Jul, 2020 | 04:53 PM

Manhunt underway to locate hit-and-run tipper truck driver

06 Police teams deployed to arrest truck driver

14 Jul, 2020 | 02:21 PM

Total COVID-19 cases rise to 2,646

14 Jul, 2020 | 09:51 AM

Movement in several areas in Rajanganaya restricted

Movement in several areas in Rajanganaya limited

13 Jul, 2020 | 07:53 PM

Elections Chief says there is no decision to postpone polls

Elections Chief says no decision to postpone polls

13 Jul, 2020 | 06:17 PM

Business of ETI & Swarnamahal Finance suspended

13 Jul, 2020 | 03:32 PM

IP arrested for concealing evidence

13 Jul, 2020 | 02:20 PM

Total COVID-19 cases at 2617: 106 new infections confirmed on Sunday

Total COVID-19 cases at 2617: Health Ministry

13 Jul, 2020 | 10:00 AM

2020 Postal voting begins: NEC

13 Jul, 2020 | 09:58 AM

Government School Holiday from 13th to 17th July

Holiday for Government Schools

12 Jul, 2020 | 07:27 PM

Schools will be closed if situation gets worse

12 Jul, 2020 | 03:00 PM

Major SLPP Election rallies postponed indefinitely

12 Jul, 2020 | 11:19 AM

Rumours of Govt. Holiday are false

12 Jul, 2020 | 10:50 AM

Second Kandakadu T&R Counsellor tested positive for COVID-19; More than 300 in self-quarantine

02nd Kandakadu Counsellor positive for COVID-19

11 Jul, 2020 | 05:20 PM

Police urged to investigate Rangajeewa's conduct

11 Jul, 2020 | 01:44 PM

(VIDEO) Second underwater museum in Sri Lanka declared open in Trincomalee

Sri Lanka's second underwater museum in Trinco

11 Jul, 2020 | 01:21 PM

Inquiry in to Angulana shooting; Three-wheeler driver shot dead for hurling a stone at Police

Drunk driver shot dead for hurling a stone at Cop

11 Jul, 2020 | 11:42 AM

Kandakadu is new COVID-19 cluster; warns GMOA

10 Jul, 2020 | 06:13 PM

Steps taken to prevent spread of COVID-19 to communities; Army Commander

283 COVID-19 cases from Kandakadu Rehab Centre

10 Jul, 2020 | 05:26 PM

Indictments filed against Patali regarding 2016 Rajagiriya accident

Indictments against Patali regarding 2016 accident

10 Jul, 2020 | 04:50 PM

Police to expedite probe against PNB officers

10 Jul, 2020 | 01:27 PM

(VIDEO) Ex-OIC of the PNB obstructs the duties of a photo-journalist

Neomal Rangajeewa obstructs journalist duties

10 Jul, 2020 | 12:52 PM

Tiran Alles, Emil Kanthan and 02 others released from Indictments in RADA Case

04 Defendants in RADA case released

10 Jul, 2020 | 12:02 PM

196 at Kandakadu Rehab Centre - COVID-19 positive

10 Jul, 2020 | 09:40 AM

PCR Laboratory at Bandaranaike International Airport to commence operations on Monday (July 13)

PCR Lab at BIA commences operations on Monday

10 Jul, 2020 | 08:34 AM

Managala hopes to become President one-day

09 Jul, 2020 | 06:10 PM

57 COVID-19 cases on 09th July

09 Jul, 2020 | 03:39 PM

Only candidate’s vehicle can display promotional material : NEC

No promotional material on private vehicles

09 Jul, 2020 | 02:51 PM

More relief for electricity consumers; bills for March & April to reduce by 25%

25% reduction for March & April Electricity bills

09 Jul, 2020 | 12:26 PM

GoSL to purchase 04 used choppers for SLAF

09 Jul, 2020 | 12:08 PM

Cabinet Ministers given two more weeks to provide feedback on MCC Review Report

Cabinet to further study MCC Review Report

09 Jul, 2020 | 11:46 AM

13 COVID-19 cases reported on 08th July 2020; All returnees from overseas

2094 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka

09 Jul, 2020 | 12:32 AM

Bogollagama resigns from UNP, national list

08 Jul, 2020 | 09:55 PM

18 Narcotic Bureau Officers arrested so far for operating drug trafficking ring

18 PNB officers arrested for drug trafficking ring

08 Jul, 2020 | 06:55 PM

Government to bear a portion of electricity bills

08 Jul, 2020 | 05:39 PM

Imported school buses to be painted yellow

08 Jul, 2020 | 04:28 PM

Sri Lanka & Maldives eliminate measles and rubella, ahead of 2023 target: WHO

Sri Lanka, Maldives eliminate measles & rubella

08 Jul, 2020 | 12:40 PM

PNB constable ring leader of drug operations

08 Jul, 2020 | 11:04 AM

PNB's narcotic stocks to be inspected

08 Jul, 2020 | 08:23 AM

Final report of the committee to resolve issues of electricity bills between March to May, to be submitted in cabinet today

Electricity bill payment relief report submitted

08 Jul, 2020 | 08:19 AM

Galle Face Green miscreants remanded

07 Jul, 2020 | 04:10 PM

AG returns 38 more incomplete investigation files

07 Jul, 2020 | 03:50 PM

Welikada Prison out of bounds for visitors

07 Jul, 2020 | 03:01 PM

174 Inmates from Welikada Prison subject to PCR tests

174 Inmates from Welikada subject to PCR tests

07 Jul, 2020 | 02:38 PM

CA suspends enforcing Bond Scam warrants

07 Jul, 2020 | 11:37 AM

Welikada Inmate tests positive for COVID-19

07 Jul, 2020 | 10:51 AM

Outcry over illegal land take-over resulting in water contamination

Circular 05/2001 should remain; Activists

06 Jul, 2020 | 10:21 PM

2020 Parliamentary Election Polling Hours Extended

06 Jul, 2020 | 06:22 PM

If diplomatic issues are solved, ECT will be up and running in two months : SLPA Chief

Diplomatic issues in the way of operating ECT

06 Jul, 2020 | 06:13 PM

06 Sri Lankan fishermen rescued from sinking boat

06 Jul, 2020 | 03:14 PM

PTL suspension extended by Central Bank

06 Jul, 2020 | 02:35 PM

Kusal Mendis granted bail

06 Jul, 2020 | 12:21 PM

Academic activities resume at schools today

06 Jul, 2020 | 07:46 AM

Over 112,000 PCR tests conducted: Min. of Health

04 Jul, 2020 | 08:11 AM

No record of letter from Ex-Sports Minister on 2011 CWC match-fixing claim : ICC

No evidence on 2011 CWC Match-Fixing claims

03 Jul, 2020 | 06:39 PM

Prabhakaran said he wanted to have TNA leaders killed; Karuna regrets not doing so

Karuna Amman says he formed the TNA

03 Jul, 2020 | 05:29 PM

SIU concludes match fixing allegations probe

03 Jul, 2020 | 04:50 PM

SIU will no longer summon cricketers to record statements

Cricketers won't be summoned anymore : SIU

03 Jul, 2020 | 02:33 PM

(WATCH) Mahela dismisses reports which claim he wasn’t available to give a statement

Mahela dismisses claims on unverified reports

03 Jul, 2020 | 12:40 PM

Mahela Inquiry Postponed

03 Jul, 2020 | 08:06 AM

Jinthupitiya COVID-19 patient NOT a case of community transmission

No COVID-19 community transmission - DGHS

02 Jul, 2020 | 08:26 PM

Cabinet proposes Forest Land for economic purpose

02 Jul, 2020 | 05:59 PM

PNB Officers to be interrogated in detention

02 Jul, 2020 | 04:41 PM

11 Police Narcotic Bureau Officers arrested

02 Jul, 2020 | 03:07 PM

Another mobile phone discovered from Kanchipani Imran’s prison cell

STF discovers another mobile from Boossa Prison

02 Jul, 2020 | 01:29 PM

Karuna Amman's Party bargaining with government

02 Jul, 2020 | 11:51 AM

Former Govt. failed to serve the people of the North and East : Prime Minister

PM meets Tamil Journalists at Temple Trees

01 Jul, 2020 | 07:58 PM

Another weapons cache discovered from Homagama

01 Jul, 2020 | 06:46 PM

No Pardon for corrupt PNB officers : Police

01 Jul, 2020 | 06:15 PM

03 port workers climb on to gantry cranes demanding new cranes be installed

Protest at Colombo Port

01 Jul, 2020 | 01:14 PM

9077 people with warrants & 17,275 suspects wanted for other crimes arrested

122 weapons seized in 24 days

01 Jul, 2020 | 12:36 PM

Upul Tharanga provides statement to investigators

01 Jul, 2020 | 12:12 PM

Sri Lanka Police to probe failure of Former Ministers and MPs to hand over official vehicles

Police to seize MPs' official vehicles

01 Jul, 2020 | 07:53 AM

WHO second wave warning on COVID-19 should be taken seriously : GMOA

Sri Lanka must increase testing : GMOA

30 Jun, 2020 | 06:26 PM

NEC warns of failure to return vehicles

30 Jun, 2020 | 04:35 PM

Foreign Minister briefs US Secretary of State on MCC Review Report

Foreign Minister phones US Secretary of State

30 Jun, 2020 | 01:00 PM

CID leading investigation on discovery of Assault Rifles from Homagama

CID leading probe on Assault Rifle discovery

30 Jun, 2020 | 12:16 PM

Deliver justice to ETI & TFC depositors; President

30 Jun, 2020 | 11:17 AM

Assault Rifles discovered today were to be used to attack a prison bus – Police

Homagama Assault Rifles linked to Organized Crime

29 Jun, 2020 | 07:44 PM

UNP Denies MCC Committee Report Allegations

29 Jun, 2020 | 05:28 PM

12 T-56 Assault Rifles seized from Homagama

29 Jun, 2020 | 12:07 PM

AG will not appear for Acting IGP in Gihan Pilapitiya Writ Application

AG will not appear for AIGP in court

29 Jun, 2020 | 10:37 AM

CBSL implements a Credit Guarantee and Interest Subsidy Scheme for Businesses affected by the COVID-19 Pandemic

Credit Guarantee Scheme for Businesses: CBSL

29 Jun, 2020 | 09:41 AM

Total COVID-19 cases at 2037: recoveries at 1661

29 Jun, 2020 | 08:07 AM

Island-wide curfew lifted completely

28 Jun, 2020 | 12:07 PM

Police crack whip on those without masks

27 Jun, 2020 | 12:02 PM

UNHRC calls for an investigation on ‘Karuna Amman’

27 Jun, 2020 | 11:54 AM

“Health & safety measures need to be continued” – DIG Ajith Rohana

Violators of health guideline to be penalized

27 Jun, 2020 | 11:15 AM

AKD leaves PCoI without testifying

26 Jun, 2020 | 07:41 PM

Customs request CID assistance for investigation

26 Jun, 2020 | 05:27 PM

MCC grant monies were never transferred to or spent by GoSL

MCC grant monies never transferred to GoSL

26 Jun, 2020 | 04:31 PM

Court issues warning on Welikada Prison Riot case suspects

Court issues warning on Welikada Riots suspects

26 Jun, 2020 | 04:06 PM

AG returns incomplete investigation files

26 Jun, 2020 | 03:36 PM

Total COVID-19 cases in SL increase to 2010

09 new COVID-19 cases on Thursday

26 Jun, 2020 | 09:48 AM

Pakistan PM Khan commend Sri Lanka’s efforts to combat COVID-19

Prime Minister Khan phones President Rajapaksa

25 Jun, 2020 | 07:55 PM

MCC contains harmful elements; Review Committee

25 Jun, 2020 | 06:23 PM

“Karuna Amman” leaves CID after giving 07 hour statement

"Karuna Amman" leaves CID after giving statement

25 Jun, 2020 | 05:45 PM

Weerawansa threatens to split from Govt. if MCC is signed

Weerawansa threatens to split if MCC is signed

25 Jun, 2020 | 04:38 PM

Petition filed seeking Karuna Amman's arrest

25 Jun, 2020 | 03:52 PM

SriLankan Airlines converts passenger aircraft to full freighter (PICTURES)

UL converts passenger aircraft to full freighter

25 Jun, 2020 | 03:00 PM

(VIDEO) ‘Karuna Amman’ at CID to provide statement

25 Jun, 2020 | 10:53 AM

MCC Review Committee Final Report Given To PM

24 Jun, 2020 | 07:25 PM

Detectives Investigating Karuna Amman

24 Jun, 2020 | 06:58 PM

Rajagiriya Hit & Run Case : AG to file Indictments against Patali

Indictments to be filed against Patali Champika

24 Jun, 2020 | 12:16 PM

Wilpattu deforestation case verdict on 31st July

24 Jun, 2020 | 11:47 AM

Showery condition expected to enhance

24 Jun, 2020 | 09:08 AM

COI not a judicial tribunal but a fact-finding body; AG (COMPLETE LETTER TO COI)

COI is not a judicial tribunal : AG

23 Jun, 2020 | 07:02 PM

Election Cost to be less than Rs. 10 Bn

23 Jun, 2020 | 03:59 PM

Two leopards trapped in a snare in Pussellawa

23 Jun, 2020 | 12:27 PM

Lock-down on Welisara Naval Complex lifted

23 Jun, 2020 | 12:16 PM

47,430 postal voting applications rejected

23 Jun, 2020 | 11:20 AM

Sri Lanka reports it’s first case of COVID-19 after two days

The number of COVID-19 cases rise to 1,951

23 Jun, 2020 | 09:21 AM

PCoI cannot investigate Attorney General or his officers : AG’s Department

Senathipathi has no legal standing at COI : AG

22 Jun, 2020 | 07:21 PM

Karuna Amman legally pardoned- SB

22 Jun, 2020 | 04:25 PM

Karuna Amman summoned to the CID

22 Jun, 2020 | 04:14 PM

US Embassy continues to hold, Govt. of Sri Lanka still reviewing MCC Compact

GoSL still reviewing MCC; says US Embassy

22 Jun, 2020 | 03:56 PM

ICC to question Mahindananda Aluthgamage

22 Jun, 2020 | 02:19 PM

Acting IGP orders CID to investigate Karuna Amman’s statement on killing soldiers

CID ordered to probe Karuna Amman's statement

22 Jun, 2020 | 10:37 AM

02 Prison Officers Interdicted

21 Jun, 2020 | 04:41 PM

Sri Lanka will not sign the MCC

21 Jun, 2020 | 12:43 PM

Action to be taken against premises conducive for dengue breeding

Stern action against dengue breeding grounds

20 Jun, 2020 | 10:35 AM

Attorney General says prisons have become a training school for serious crimes (VIDEO)

AG says existing prison system is a failure

19 Jun, 2020 | 02:27 PM

Probe "match fixing" in cricket WC final

19 Jun, 2020 | 01:58 PM

COVID-19 entered Beijing through “European Salmon” consignment- Chinese Envoy in SL

COVID-19 entered China through salmon consignment

18 Jun, 2020 | 10:00 PM

Sangakkara tells Ex-Minister to produce evidence on match-fixing claims

Sanga tells Ex-Minister to produce evidence to ICC

18 Jun, 2020 | 03:54 PM

Record statements from Ex-PM and Ex-President

18 Jun, 2020 | 01:50 PM

(VIDEO) 2011 Cricket WC Final between India & Sri Lanka was fixed, Ex-SL Sports Minister

2011 CWC Final was fixed; Fmr. Sports Minister

18 Jun, 2020 | 11:57 AM

Kanchipani Imran's father attacked

17 Jun, 2020 | 08:28 PM

JVP Leader accepts FSP invitation (VIDEO)

17 Jun, 2020 | 05:19 PM

UPDATED : Court orders CID to enforce warrants on Mahendran & Punchihewa over BOND II

UPDATED:CID ordered to enforce warrants on Bond II

17 Jun, 2020 | 02:01 PM

SL Govt asked us for time to review MCC - US Emb.

17 Jun, 2020 | 01:14 PM

Jeevan Thondaman appointed as Gen. Sec. of CWC

17 Jun, 2020 | 11:24 AM

Total confirmed COVID-19 cases at 1915

17 Jun, 2020 | 09:02 AM

Don’t shirk responsibility of rebuilding economy: Tell me the correct strategy – President tells CB chiefs

President slams CBSL for obstructing proposals

16 Jun, 2020 | 06:20 PM

SB to build Training Ground’ at Lovers Leap

16 Jun, 2020 | 05:54 PM

Do not inspect sand permits until govt. reaches a decision – Acting IGP

Do not inspect sand permits - Actg. IGP

16 Jun, 2020 | 03:55 PM

UPDATED : Fugitive Ex-CBSL Governor changes names to Arjan Alexander, says INTERPOL

Arjuna Mahendran changes name to Arjan Alexander

16 Jun, 2020 | 12:10 PM

Fugitive Mahendran changed name to Arjan Alexander

16 Jun, 2020 | 10:42 AM

“Stop destroying documents in Keththarama”; Sports Minister instructs SLC

Sports Minister tells SLC not to destroy old docs

15 Jun, 2020 | 08:35 PM

Engraved T-56 Assault Rifle bullets left at Boossa Prison Head Jailor’s door-step

Engraved bullets left at Boossa Jailor's door-step

15 Jun, 2020 | 05:34 PM

Missing Indian HC Staffers In ISI Custody

15 Jun, 2020 | 05:18 PM

Two Indian High Commission Officials In Islamabad Missing: Reports

Indian HC Officials In Islamabad Missing

15 Jun, 2020 | 03:38 PM

National Parks & Zoological Gardens now officially re-open for visitors

National Parks re-opened for visitors

15 Jun, 2020 | 12:49 PM

Driver of SUV which killed SIS officer, remanded

15 Jun, 2020 | 11:53 AM

“No hike in bus fares” – Minister of Transport Services Management, Mahinda Amaraweera

"No hike in bus fares" - Min. Amaraweera

15 Jun, 2020 | 08:10 AM

Fire erupts at Public Market building in Kegalle

Fire erupts at Central Market in Kegalle

14 Jun, 2020 | 05:34 PM

Police to probe intelligence officer accident

14 Jun, 2020 | 10:46 AM

Clampdown on seizing vehicles by leasing firms

13 Jun, 2020 | 05:12 PM

Daily curfew amended from 12 midnight to 4 AM: PMD

Curfew update

13 Jun, 2020 | 12:54 PM

Early humans in SL used tools to hunt

13 Jun, 2020 | 08:18 AM

President orders Police to stop leasing companies from seizing vehicles

No seizing of leased vehicles until further notice

12 Jun, 2020 | 08:31 PM

Vasudeva condemns use of force against FSP protest in Colombo

Vasudeva condemns police use of force on protests

12 Jun, 2020 | 05:54 PM

Water cut in Colombo on Sunday

12 Jun, 2020 | 12:48 PM

08 people test positive for COVID-19 on Thursday

Total COVID-19 cases at 1877

12 Jun, 2020 | 07:48 AM

Tear Gas Guns & Water Cannons silent since President was elected; Defence Secretary

Sec. Def. refutes militarization claims

11 Jun, 2020 | 06:06 PM

Sunil Jayawardena murder suspects remanded

11 Jun, 2020 | 03:54 PM

"Hospital Heist" doctor remanded

11 Jun, 2020 | 03:37 PM

Use alternative methods to disperse protests; Cabinet decides not to use force

Cabinet decides not to use force against protests

11 Jun, 2020 | 12:30 PM

Trade Union leader beaten to death: watch video

11 Jun, 2020 | 09:49 AM

Sri Lanka’s parliamentary elections fixed for August 5

General election on August 5 : Polls Chief

10 Jun, 2020 | 02:41 PM

WATCH VIDEO: 'All dressed up and nothing to do'

10 Jun, 2020 | 02:07 PM

Fmr. Minister Rajitha Senaratne granted bail

10 Jun, 2020 | 11:21 AM

COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka rise to 1859

10 Jun, 2020 | 09:48 AM

DIG Waruna Jayasundara has been appointed as the new Commandant of the Police Special Task Force (STF)

Commandant of the Police STF transferred to Trinco

10 Jun, 2020 | 08:28 AM

COVID-19: Two new cases reported

10 Jun, 2020 | 08:05 AM

U.S. Embassy claims it did not request for the demonstration in Colombo to be blocked

Did not request the protest be blocked- US Embassy

09 Jun, 2020 | 09:28 PM

Mangala Samaraweera decides not to contest the General Election from the Matara District

Do not cast your vote for me - Mangala S

09 Jun, 2020 | 05:24 PM

School holiday to end on June 29

09 Jun, 2020 | 02:43 PM

WATCH VIDEO: Police crack whip against anti US protesters in Sri Lanka

Police crack whip against anti US protestors in SL

09 Jun, 2020 | 01:33 PM

“If you want to engage in political activity, resign” – President tells Government Officers

No Political Activity at Govt. bodies during polls

08 Jun, 2020 | 06:02 PM

Validity of all types of VISA extended

08 Jun, 2020 | 05:17 PM

Date of the General Election not announced; date will be announced during the week. – Mahinda Deshapriya

Date of the General Election still uncertain...

08 Jun, 2020 | 05:08 PM

Trial Election ahead of General Election held in Ambalangoda

Trial Election in Ambalangoda concludes

07 Jun, 2020 | 09:45 PM

Govt. warns tough action against polluters

06 Jun, 2020 | 10:24 PM

Bus priority lane rule to be strictly implemented from June 22 : Police

Bus priority lane rule from June 22 : Police

06 Jun, 2020 | 04:29 PM

1091 arrested for violating curfew

06 Jun, 2020 | 11:16 AM

Showery condition expected to enhance

06 Jun, 2020 | 09:59 AM

CBSL to pay back depositors of The Finance Company PLC

CBSL to pay depositors of The Finance Company PLC

05 Jun, 2020 | 12:29 PM

Sri Lanka will strive towards prosperity, inspired by Dhamma and strengthened by past experiences: President

Justice prevails in disciplined society: President

05 Jun, 2020 | 08:40 AM

US Embassy official refuses PCR test but enters SL

04 Jun, 2020 | 02:50 PM

Cabinet decision on driver's licence

04 Jun, 2020 | 11:50 AM

‘The Finance Company’ depositors to receive up to Rs. 600,000/- from Monday

'The Finance' depositors to receive Rs.600000/=

04 Jun, 2020 | 10:46 AM

Island-wide curfew until Saturday morning

04 Jun, 2020 | 09:19 AM

A special 4 day dengue eradication program

04 Jun, 2020 | 09:12 AM

Thushara Upuldeniya appointed as acting commissioner general of prisons

New acting prisons chief appointed

03 Jun, 2020 | 06:58 PM

Election date to be decided on June 8: Polls Chief

03 Jun, 2020 | 04:41 PM

CBSL must bear responsibility over slump faced by finance bodies : PM Rajapaksa

CBSL responsible for downturn of finance bodies

03 Jun, 2020 | 04:19 PM

Top Military Brass appointed to Task Force to build ‘a secure country, disciplined, virtuous and lawful society’

Task Force to build a Secure Country appointed

03 Jun, 2020 | 11:05 AM

SC dismisses all FR petitions

02 Jun, 2020 | 02:56 PM

Maj. Gen. Jagath Gunawardena assumes duties

02 Jun, 2020 | 12:48 PM

UPDATE: COVID-19 cases rise to 1643

02 Jun, 2020 | 09:09 AM

President orders stern action!

01 Jun, 2020 | 07:54 PM

AG directs CCD to arrest Former Welikada OIC over Patali Champika accident case

AG directs CCD to arrest Ex-OIC of Welikada

01 Jun, 2020 | 06:43 PM

Order of the Supreme Court on FR petitions, to be delivered tomorrow.

Order of the SC to be delivered tomorrow

01 Jun, 2020 | 05:51 PM

Pakistan's Fuel prices cheapest in SA: Pakistan PM

01 Jun, 2020 | 12:58 PM

Sri Lanka registers its 11th COVID-19 death

11th COVID-19 death reported

01 Jun, 2020 | 08:57 AM

Locusts attack multiple farmlands in Kurunegala – measures taken to contain the spread

Kurunegala farms attacked by locusts

31 May, 2020 | 02:54 PM

No data breach in cyber-attack attempts - SLCERT

31 May, 2020 | 12:47 PM

No. of COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka rises to 1620

31 May, 2020 | 09:52 AM

Among those who returned from Kuwait are those who surrendered under general amnesty

Approximately 42,000 anticipate repatriation to SL

30 May, 2020 | 03:16 PM

Heavy rainfall expected throughout the country

30 May, 2020 | 10:05 AM

Sri Lanka's COVID-19 cases rise to 1548

29 May, 2020 | 10:07 PM

“Ready to beg for money to fund construction”, Bandula Gunawardena on Homagama Cricket Stadium

Bandula willing to beg for Homagama Stadium funds

29 May, 2020 | 06:42 PM

Kuwait violating the IRH: DGHS - Dr. Jasinghe

29 May, 2020 | 12:41 PM

Rare Black Leopard recently rescued from a snare dies

Rare Black Leopard no more

29 May, 2020 | 11:52 AM

Navy personnel at Gaffor Building never had contact with outsiders; Sri Lanka Navy

Gaffor Building temporarily acquired by Navy

29 May, 2020 | 11:14 AM

Over 700 SLN sailors contracted COVID-19, so far

29 May, 2020 | 08:37 AM

COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka spikes to 1503 with 34 new cases on Thursday

32 overseas returnees & 02 sailors test positive

28 May, 2020 | 07:34 PM

Gaffor Building isolated, 200 SLN personnel quarantined as SLN Driver tests positive

Navy Ambulance Driver tests positive for COVID-19

28 May, 2020 | 05:58 PM

18-hour water cut in Colombo on Saturday

28 May, 2020 | 03:08 PM

13 COVID-19 patients recover

28 May, 2020 | 02:59 PM

Island-wide curfew on May 31st & June 4th-5th: PMD

Island-wide curfew on Sunday & Poson Poya

28 May, 2020 | 12:44 PM

SL to import 2,500 cows from Australia

28 May, 2020 | 11:13 AM

Cabinet approval granted to import another 2500 dairy heifers from Australia

Cabinet decisions

28 May, 2020 | 11:02 AM

“Combat Covid-19 with a New Style of Life”

28 May, 2020 | 10:18 AM

Special advisory for heavy rain

28 May, 2020 | 10:15 AM

Repatriation of expat workers based on PCR tests & COVID-19 treatment facilities capacity- Admiral Jayanath Colombage

03 determinants for repatriation of Sri Lankans

28 May, 2020 | 07:48 AM

150 people test positive for COVID-19

28 May, 2020 | 12:22 AM

No obstacle to hold election, says Legal Secretary

27 May, 2020 | 06:27 PM

Rajitha Senaratne remanded until the 10th of June over white van press conference

Rajitha Senaratne returned to remand custody

27 May, 2020 | 02:32 PM

283 people repatriated to the country tested positive for COVID-19

PCR tests carried out on all arrivals

27 May, 2020 | 11:01 AM

137 test positive for COVID-19 in SL on Tuesday

26 May, 2020 | 10:11 PM

Minister Arumugam Thondaman passed away

26 May, 2020 | 09:19 PM

Sri Lanka’s COVID-19 cases hits 1278 after record daily infections

SL's COVID-19 cases hits 1278 ; 96 on Tuesday

26 May, 2020 | 07:01 PM

Update - Sri Lanka's COVID-19 cases reach 1206

26 May, 2020 | 04:27 PM

275 Sri Lankan expatriates stranded in Qatar to be repatriated soon

113 returnees from overseas tested for COVID-19

26 May, 2020 | 02:59 PM

Rare Black Leopard trapped in a Snare

26 May, 2020 | 01:37 PM

Fire in Wellampitiya

26 May, 2020 | 01:06 PM

Heavy rain forecast for Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Southern and Uva Provinces

Special advisory for heavy rain

26 May, 2020 | 10:45 AM

DIG Ajith Rohana elaborates on the relaxation of curfew while quarantine laws are still in effect

Island-wide curfew to be relaxed tomorrow

25 May, 2020 | 10:17 PM

41 people test positive for COVID-19

25 May, 2020 | 08:24 PM

Director General of Health Services confirms 10th COVID-19 death in Sri Lanka

10th confirmed COVID-19 death in Sri Lanka

25 May, 2020 | 05:26 PM

CSE extends trading hours

25 May, 2020 | 02:32 PM

Curfew in Colombo to be lifted after 2 months

25 May, 2020 | 01:41 PM

COVID- 19 UPDATE: 49 patients test positive for COVID-19 today

49 people tested positive for COVID-19

24 May, 2020 | 10:23 PM

The Seychelles 35: Who are they, and why are they in SL?

Govt. comments on the 35 Seychelles nationals

24 May, 2020 | 05:44 PM

10 districts at High Risk of Dengue

24 May, 2020 | 01:41 PM

Never allow any harm to the Islamic brotherhood due to extremists acts of few people – President Rajapaksa

Extremism against core values of Islam: President

24 May, 2020 | 08:50 AM

UPDATE: 40 more people recovered from COVID-19

23 May, 2020 | 02:38 PM

Pakistani HC rules to release lonely SL Elephant

23 May, 2020 | 12:57 PM

Island-wide curfew in effect from 8 tonight

23 May, 2020 | 09:35 AM

Stranded Sri Lankans in Russia arrive at the BIA

23 May, 2020 | 09:29 AM

Eleven senior Police Officers transferred

22 May, 2020 | 10:30 PM

PM's meeting with former MP's gets underway

04 May, 2020 | 10:14 AM

Leave homes based on NIC numbers when curfew is in effect : PMD

Update on leaving homes based on the NIC no.

03 May, 2020 | 09:52 PM

UNP to boycott meeting with the PM

03 May, 2020 | 06:44 PM

Restrictions on Akurana, Beruwala areas relaxed

03 May, 2020 | 01:26 PM

Inmate dies after failed jail break attempt

03 May, 2020 | 09:53 AM

Update - COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka rises to 705

02 May, 2020 | 06:47 PM

More than 4600 undergoing quarantine across 35 military operated facilities

2786 PCR tests carried out at Quarantine Centres

02 May, 2020 | 05:49 PM

SriLankan Airlines to operate repatriation flights to UK and Australia

UL to operate special flights to UK & Australia

02 May, 2020 | 04:03 PM

JVP, SJB will not attend PM meeting

02 May, 2020 | 12:37 PM

State media report Kim Jong Un appearance

02 May, 2020 | 09:40 AM

Curfew in four high risk districts extended until May 11

Curfew in four districts extended until May 11

01 May, 2020 | 09:04 PM

Special commodity levy on big onions hiked

01 May, 2020 | 07:41 PM

Multiple agencies investigating FB videos of children threatening each other

Kids threatening each-other on FB investigated

01 May, 2020 | 07:08 PM

Sri Lanka’s total confirmed COVID-19 cases rise to 674 with 157 recoveries

09 people tested positive for COVID-19 on Friday

01 May, 2020 | 06:27 PM

Ready to do 3000 PCR tests daily if required : MOH

01 May, 2020 | 03:33 PM

TOTAL COVID-19 CASES RISE TO 668

01 May, 2020 | 10:38 AM

Confirmed COVID-19 cases rise to 663 Health Ministry

Update: COVID-19 cases rise to 663

30 Apr, 2020 | 08:23 PM

Only One COVID-19 cluster in active status in SL

30 Apr, 2020 | 06:35 PM

Global recoveries exceed 1 million

30 Apr, 2020 | 01:20 PM

PM invites former MPs for a meeting

30 Apr, 2020 | 12:58 PM

Bollywood actor Rishi Kapoor, dies ages 67

30 Apr, 2020 | 11:49 AM

The risk of Dengue to intensify in the coming days: Health Authorities

Risk of Dengue on the rise

30 Apr, 2020 | 11:41 AM

National Election Commission to convene on Saturday

National Election Commission to convene on 2nd May

30 Apr, 2020 | 11:15 AM

Sri Lanka's COVID-19 infections rises to 649

30 Apr, 2020 | 01:15 AM

Island-wide curfew from tomorrow

29 Apr, 2020 | 10:07 PM

Drug addicts in Colombo ordered to self quarantine

29 Apr, 2020 | 06:59 PM

Homagama Base Hospital to treat COVID-19 patients

29 Apr, 2020 | 06:35 PM

226 sailors tested positive for COVID-19 & 3609 people undergoing quarantine

226 sailors contracted Coronavirus: Army Commander

29 Apr, 2020 | 06:29 PM

Don’t discriminate security forces personnel and their families, request from Defence Secretary

Don't discriminate Armed Forces personnel

29 Apr, 2020 | 05:55 PM

MOH and 09 PHIs move into self-quarantine

29 Apr, 2020 | 04:21 PM

Bollywood actor Irrfan Khan dead at 53

29 Apr, 2020 | 12:39 PM

31 people including 21 sailors tested positive for COVID-19 on Tuesday

223 sailors have contracted COVID-19 thus far

29 Apr, 2020 | 09:49 AM

206 sailors & contacts contracted the Coronavirus

28 Apr, 2020 | 05:39 PM

Vehicle clearance at Hambantota International Port at a snail’s pace

Vehicle clearance at HIP at snail's pace

28 Apr, 2020 | 04:00 PM

COVID-19 positive cases and recoveries on the rise

COVID-19 positive cases rise to 592

28 Apr, 2020 | 02:32 PM

Pregnant women must be alert to certain symptoms

28 Apr, 2020 | 10:13 AM

Covid-19 cases detected from Havelock Lane & Torrington

04 Civilians among 65 cases detected on Monday

28 Apr, 2020 | 09:08 AM

Update: Sri Lanka’s COVID-19 cases reach 588; more than 180 frontline workers infected

Sri Lanka's COVID-19 infections reach 588

27 Apr, 2020 | 11:34 PM

Special Presidential Task Force appointed

27 Apr, 2020 | 07:31 PM

COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka reach 571, after 04 new cases were reported

571 Confirmed COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka

27 Apr, 2020 | 07:03 PM

Schools will not be used as quarantine facilities

27 Apr, 2020 | 06:42 PM

03 Universities to start PCR testing in SL

27 Apr, 2020 | 06:11 PM

180 Sri Lanka Navy personnel tested positive for COVID-19

180 SL Navy personnel tested positive for COVID-19

27 Apr, 2020 | 05:56 PM

44 new COVID-19 cases reported in Sri Lanka on Monday

COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka increases to 567

27 Apr, 2020 | 04:59 PM

Army takes over external security of Parliament

27 Apr, 2020 | 03:58 PM

O/L Results released online

27 Apr, 2020 | 03:18 PM

34 new cases in Sri Lanka, total COVID-19 cases in the country upto 557

Total COVID-19 cases in SL now at 557

27 Apr, 2020 | 03:00 PM

O/L Examination results to be released today

27 Apr, 2020 | 01:39 PM

Airman among those who tested positive for COVID-19 on Sunday

Airman among 63 COVID-19 cases reported on Sunday

27 Apr, 2020 | 12:50 PM

Do not withhold or conceal vital information when visiting hospital; request from Health Sector

Don't conceal information when visiting hospitals

27 Apr, 2020 | 11:30 AM

Saudi to ban death penalty on minors

27 Apr, 2020 | 11:10 AM

Body bags were requested to maintain inventory and not because of COVID-19, says Health Ministry

Health Ministry clarifies body bag request

27 Apr, 2020 | 09:21 AM

Rainfall over the island likely to enhance today: Met Department

Rainfall to enhance today

27 Apr, 2020 | 09:18 AM

523 COVID-19 cases in SL, 63 new cases on Sunday

27 Apr, 2020 | 12:54 AM

Sri Lanka records more than 500 COVID-19 cases

26 Apr, 2020 | 10:17 PM

Island-wide police curfew tomorrow

26 Apr, 2020 | 08:13 PM

95 sailors in total tested positive for COVID-19

26 Apr, 2020 | 06:54 PM

Defence Ministry cancels leave of all Tri-Forces

26 Apr, 2020 | 06:03 PM

Ministry of Health says the number of COVID-19 infections has increased to 477

Number of COVID-19 infections rise to 477

26 Apr, 2020 | 04:27 PM

5 more tested positive for COVID-19

26 Apr, 2020 | 02:48 PM

Sri Lanka Navy issues statement on the death of a Navy officer at the Welisara Navy Camp

Navy officer dies of Leptospirosis

26 Apr, 2020 | 01:39 PM

COVID-19 CASES ON THE RISE; TOTAL AT 462 AS OF THIS AFTERNOON

COVID-19 cases increase upto 462

26 Apr, 2020 | 12:49 PM

O/L Exam results to be released within two days

26 Apr, 2020 | 10:41 AM

Total COVID-19 cases rise to 460: Lt. Gen. Shavendra Silva

460 COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka: Army Commander

26 Apr, 2020 | 08:24 AM

13 more people test positive for COVID-19

13 more test positive for COVID-19

25 Apr, 2020 | 06:28 PM

UPDATE: CURFEW EXTENDED UNTIL 4TH MAY

25 Apr, 2020 | 05:58 PM

Sri Lanka hits out at Fitch for downgrading ranking

SL hits out at Fitch for downgrading ranking

25 Apr, 2020 | 05:12 PM

SriLankan Airlines’ scheduled flight suspension extended till May 15

SriLankan Airlines; flight suspension extended

25 Apr, 2020 | 11:27 AM

420 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka

25 Apr, 2020 | 10:40 AM

COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka increases to 416

24 Apr, 2020 | 08:18 PM

World Bank projects 19% decline in remittance for Sri Lanka

World Bank projects 19% drop in remittance for SL

24 Apr, 2020 | 07:40 PM

Welisara Camp infections increase to 60

24 Apr, 2020 | 06:03 PM

Six more COVID-19 infections reported in Sri Lanka

24 Apr, 2020 | 05:23 PM

Attorney General seeks permission to re-enter department premises

AG seeks clearance to access department

24 Apr, 2020 | 03:40 PM

Welisara Camp sailors recalled

24 Apr, 2020 | 03:16 PM

Sri Lankan child infected with COVID-19 in Maldives

Sri Lankan child infected in Maldives

24 Apr, 2020 | 02:43 PM

Treasury goes online with lockdown

24 Apr, 2020 | 01:04 PM

Covid-19 escalating in to a human rights issue- UN

24 Apr, 2020 | 12:31 PM

Five test positive for COVID-19 after country confirms record number of infections

Sri Lanka reports five new COVID-19 cases

24 Apr, 2020 | 11:47 AM

Sri Lanka conducts more than 1000 COVID-19 tests for the first time

SL conducts more than 1000 COVID-19 tests

24 Apr, 2020 | 10:23 AM

30 sailors test positive from Welisara

23 Apr, 2020 | 11:52 PM

News1st condemns attack on Indian journalist Arnab Goswami

News1st condemns attack on journalist Goswami

23 Apr, 2020 | 10:39 PM

Violating “Quarantine Curfew” will lead to 06 months in prison : DIG

More than 1000 road blocks and checkpoints in SL

23 Apr, 2020 | 04:57 PM

Sri Lanka's COVID-19 infections rises to 335

23 Apr, 2020 | 04:17 PM

101 Sri Lankan students airlifted from Amritsar, India

101 students return from India in special flight

23 Apr, 2020 | 03:47 PM

Sri Lanka hikes import duty on fuel despite global decline in prices

SL hikes import tax on fuel despite global decline

23 Apr, 2020 | 10:28 AM

No need help from foreign military : Defense Sec.

22 Apr, 2020 | 10:34 PM

530 samples obtained from Peliyagoda Fish Market

22 Apr, 2020 | 06:02 PM

Election candidates barred from relief activities

22 Apr, 2020 | 03:17 PM

Sri Lanka reports 11 more COVID-19 infections

22 Apr, 2020 | 01:56 PM

India refutes reports of dispatching army team to Sri Lanka

India refutes reports of sending army team to SL

22 Apr, 2020 | 11:11 AM

2696 people continue to remain in quarantine

22 Apr, 2020 | 10:00 AM

New tax should be paid before the 15th every month

22 Apr, 2020 | 09:53 AM

Tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka declines for the 12th consecutive month

Tourist arrivals to SL continue to decline

22 Apr, 2020 | 08:50 AM

US reaffirms support to combat terrorism; remembers SL terror attack victims

US reaffirms support towards countering terrorism

21 Apr, 2020 | 06:01 PM

COVID-19 cases in SL rises to 310

21 Apr, 2020 | 05:59 PM

149 people released from quarantine

21 Apr, 2020 | 05:35 PM

81 people from Piliyandala moved into quarantine

21 Apr, 2020 | 03:17 PM

Special flights to bring back stranded students

21 Apr, 2020 | 12:31 PM

603 people arrested for violating Curfew-SL Police

SL Police arrest Curfew violators

21 Apr, 2020 | 12:23 PM

Bandaranaike Mw. placed under lock down : Chief MOH

More samples obtained from Colombo 12 for tests

21 Apr, 2020 | 12:12 PM

More than 200 families to be sent for quarantine

21 Apr, 2020 | 11:33 AM

Market Halt to be imposed at every 5% decline- CSE

CSE to halt Market at 5% decline

21 Apr, 2020 | 10:07 AM

Cardinal blames leaders over April 21st attacks

21 Apr, 2020 | 09:17 AM

June 20th Election Gazette Issued

20 Apr, 2020 | 11:37 PM

General election to be held on June 20

20 Apr, 2020 | 08:49 PM

COVID – 19 cases soar past 300 ; 32 in a single day

COVID - 19 cases soar past 300 ; 32 today

20 Apr, 2020 | 04:26 PM

Action against buses violating health guidelines

20 Apr, 2020 | 03:14 PM

Ex-MP Ramanayake granted bail

20 Apr, 2020 | 12:06 PM

Prof. Hoole objects proposal to conduct poll on May 28

Prof. Hoole writes to the NEC on the poll

20 Apr, 2020 | 09:23 AM

15 patients test positive for COVID-19

19 Apr, 2020 | 05:37 PM

Bus Terminals and Train Stations disinfected

19 Apr, 2020 | 04:27 PM

02 more people test positive for Corona Virus in Sri Lanka

COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka rises to 256

19 Apr, 2020 | 04:14 PM

Liquor stores to be open when curfew is lifted

19 Apr, 2020 | 01:53 PM

Leopard dies after being rescued in Maskeliya

19 Apr, 2020 | 11:44 AM

Sri Lanka imposes import restrictions amidst foreign exchange crisis

SL imposes import restrictions amidst crisis

19 Apr, 2020 | 09:37 AM

Government revises curfew regulations

18 Apr, 2020 | 06:38 PM

EXCLUSIVE : Four new species of Beetles identified in Sri Lanka

EXCLUSIVE : Four new Beetle species identified

18 Apr, 2020 | 03:40 PM

31,680 people arrested since March 20th for Curfew Violations

1300 arrested in 24 hours for curfew violations

18 Apr, 2020 | 02:50 PM

Intel units to trace contacts of COVID-19 patients

18 Apr, 2020 | 01:22 PM

5000 buses, 400 trains for public transport

18 Apr, 2020 | 10:28 AM

Special circular on resuming state sector services to be released next week

State sector services to resume next week?

18 Apr, 2020 | 10:18 AM

Surgeries won't be suspended at hospitals

18 Apr, 2020 | 09:45 AM

77 people have thus far recovered from COVID-19

More recoveries from COVID-19 in Sri Lanka

17 Apr, 2020 | 06:39 PM

Govt. introduces option of settling PAYE taxes through employers

New option to settle PAYE taxes

17 Apr, 2020 | 06:15 PM

IMF to study SL's request for RCF

17 Apr, 2020 | 01:59 PM

COVID-19 recoveries in Sri Lanka rises to 70

70 COVID-19 recoveries in Sri Lanka

17 Apr, 2020 | 12:54 PM

Manning Market to remain closed for another week

17 Apr, 2020 | 12:03 PM

40 more people sent to quarantine

17 Apr, 2020 | 07:59 AM

No Parking Fee in Colombo during curfew period

17 Apr, 2020 | 06:32 AM

Special Commodity Levy on imported fruits to be hiked

Special Commodity Levy on fruits to be hiked

16 Apr, 2020 | 11:07 PM

UPDATE: Ex-minister Rishad Bathiudeen leaves CID

16 Apr, 2020 | 12:34 PM

Corona virus patients now mostly from quarantine camps

238 COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka

15 Apr, 2020 | 11:35 PM

SIU investigating internal setbacks in previous 21/4 investigation

119 arrested in total over 2019 April Attacks

15 Apr, 2020 | 07:12 PM

UN urges govt. to revise cremation regulations

14 Apr, 2020 | 10:10 PM

15 people tested positive for COVID-19 in a single day in Sri Lanka

COVID-19 cases in SL increases to 233

14 Apr, 2020 | 09:47 PM

Two including brother of ex-MP Bathiudeen arrested over last year’s April 21 attacks

Two arrested over last year's April 21 attacks

14 Apr, 2020 | 09:35 PM

Twitter lifts suspension on Chinese Embassy handle

14 Apr, 2020 | 12:32 PM

IMF approves Immediate Debt Relief for 25 countries: Sri Lanka not in the list

IMF to grant debt relief for 25 countries

14 Apr, 2020 | 11:53 AM

India extended "Lockdown" till May 3

14 Apr, 2020 | 10:56 AM

UPDATE:Suspension on Chinese Embassy handle lifted

13 Apr, 2020 | 03:50 PM

Sri Lanka's unemployment rate rises to 4.8 percent

13 Apr, 2020 | 03:10 PM

Work from home period extended until April 20

13 Apr, 2020 | 11:19 AM

Govt. increases Special Commodity Levy on Palm Oil

12 Apr, 2020 | 07:59 PM

All universities to open in May in three separate stages : UGC

Universities to open in May : UGC

12 Apr, 2020 | 05:05 PM

Police to arrest and prosecute those who post false content on social media

Posting false content will lead to arrest

12 Apr, 2020 | 04:50 PM

Bodies of COVID - 19 victims to be cremated

12 Apr, 2020 | 02:01 PM

Schools to be re-opened for second terms on May 11

11 Apr, 2020 | 09:45 PM

Curfew for 19 districts extended to 16th April

Curfew will be in effect for High Risk Zones

11 Apr, 2020 | 07:52 PM

Tight Security in Ja-Ela after 06 test positive

11 Apr, 2020 | 06:30 PM

Fisheries Department constructs laboratory to detect COVID-19 patients

Fisheries Department builds lab at IDH

11 Apr, 2020 | 06:09 PM

198th confirmed COVID-19 case reported in Sri Lanka

COVID-19 cases in SL now at 198

11 Apr, 2020 | 05:44 PM

Central Province Senior DIG moved to Colombo

11 Apr, 2020 | 05:08 PM

Lotus Tower to be lit in red to honor those combating COVID-19

Lotus Tower to turn Red Tonight

11 Apr, 2020 | 03:27 PM

Remandees charged under three categories not entitled to receive bail

AG issues further guidelines on granting bail

11 Apr, 2020 | 03:07 PM

Migrant boats will be turned back - SL Navy

11 Apr, 2020 | 12:29 PM

Legal action against those who aid to conceal COVID-19 symptoms

Aiding to conceal COVID-19 symptoms an offence

11 Apr, 2020 | 12:00 PM

Massive haul of heroin and ICE seized in high seas by SL Navy

Navy seizes drugs worth over Rs. 03 Bn

11 Apr, 2020 | 11:53 AM

Mandatory to wear a face mask when travelling

11 Apr, 2020 | 10:57 AM

07 people test positive for COVID-19, total 197 cases

197 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka

11 Apr, 2020 | 08:11 AM

Pharmacies to be kept open in certain areas

10 Apr, 2020 | 09:51 PM

23 Self quarantine violators moved to Oluvil

10 Apr, 2020 | 07:25 PM

Promoting the distillation of spirits at home will lead to prosecution

Illegal to promote distillation of spirits; Police

10 Apr, 2020 | 07:20 PM

Ex-Local Government Politician remanded for violating curfew laws

Ex-Gampola politico arrested for curfew violation

10 Apr, 2020 | 07:07 PM

British HC requests British tourists to leave SL

10 Apr, 2020 | 02:51 PM

Rice Mill operations declared as an essential service

Rice Production is now an Essential Service

10 Apr, 2020 | 01:06 PM

50 patients recover from COVID - 19 in Sri Lanka

10 Apr, 2020 | 01:00 PM

Three stranded Sri Lankans return to the country

10 Apr, 2020 | 12:16 PM

1311 people continue to remain in quarantine facilities in SL

Group of 37 released after 28 days in quarantine

10 Apr, 2020 | 03:09 AM

Village in Mannar placed under isolation after COVID-19 movement

Entire village in Mannar in quarantine

10 Apr, 2020 | 03:03 AM

Special commodity levy on palm oil to be increased

09 Apr, 2020 | 11:54 PM

Sri Lanka's COVID - 19 count hits 190

09 Apr, 2020 | 06:02 PM

Is Sri Lanka’s decades-old BCG vaccine regime fighting off Covid-19?

Is SL's decades-old BCGvaccine fight off Covid19?

09 Apr, 2020 | 03:31 PM

EU announces 22 million euro grant to Sri Lanka

09 Apr, 2020 | 01:50 PM

GoSL to set up new account with benefits to prevent economic fall

SL expats invited to support economic revival

09 Apr, 2020 | 01:02 PM

Three more recover from COVID - 19

09 Apr, 2020 | 12:58 PM

President extends term of PCoI probing ETI Finance

09 Apr, 2020 | 12:39 PM

Curfew in Ratnapura, Pelmadulla police divisions until further notice

Indefinite curfew in Ratnapura, Pelmadulla

09 Apr, 2020 | 08:51 AM

Sri Lanka reports seventh death due to COVID-19

08 Apr, 2020 | 09:28 PM

Update on curfew in 19 districts

08 Apr, 2020 | 05:02 PM

Sri Lanka's COVID - 19 count reaches 186

08 Apr, 2020 | 02:33 PM

Rupee plummets against the US dollar

08 Apr, 2020 | 12:06 PM

COVID-19 video, revealed as 2014 Migrant Tragedy

08 Apr, 2020 | 11:47 AM

PHI union requests safe mechanism to transport people back to hometowns

Request by PHI union to authorities

08 Apr, 2020 | 10:26 AM

More than 1800 curfew violators arrested

08 Apr, 2020 | 08:36 AM

Public requested to remain at home : PM Rajapaksa

07 Apr, 2020 | 10:00 PM

Sri Lanka's COVID - 19 cases rises to 185

07 Apr, 2020 | 06:47 PM

Sri Lanka's COVID - 19 cases reaches 183

07 Apr, 2020 | 04:43 PM

Sri Lanka to step up COVID - 19 testing

07 Apr, 2020 | 02:09 PM

Sri Lanka confirms sixth COVID-19 death

07 Apr, 2020 | 10:17 AM

Eight hour water cut in several areas

07 Apr, 2020 | 08:35 AM

UK PM Boris Johnson moved to intensive care

07 Apr, 2020 | 01:14 AM

Curfew imposed in 19 districts to be in effect until April 9

Curfew in 19 districts to be in effect until Apr 9

06 Apr, 2020 | 04:13 PM

Sick German woman aboard cruise ship taken to Colombo General Hospital

Navy rescues sick German woman from cruise ship

06 Apr, 2020 | 01:38 PM

Sri Lanka's rupee slide continues

06 Apr, 2020 | 12:23 PM

Hotlines for free counselling services

06 Apr, 2020 | 10:19 AM

Sri Lankan aboard cruise ship brought back to the country

Sri Lankan aboard cruise ship retrieved

06 Apr, 2020 | 09:16 AM

UPDATE: Sri Lanka's COVID - 19 cases hits 175

05 Apr, 2020 | 09:00 PM

Sri Lanka's COVID-19 cases rises to 167

05 Apr, 2020 | 03:42 PM

‘Work from Home’ period declared from April 6 to 10

'Work from Home' period declared from April 6 - 10

05 Apr, 2020 | 12:54 PM

1245 people arrested for curfew violations

05 Apr, 2020 | 08:53 AM

Hotlines launched for plumbing, electrical services

Hotlines for plumbing, electrical services

04 Apr, 2020 | 02:03 PM

44 year old dies at Welikanda Hospital from COVID-19

05th COVID-19 Death reported

04 Apr, 2020 | 07:33 AM

UPDATE: Sri Lanka's COVID - 19 cases rises to 159

03 Apr, 2020 | 10:11 PM

Central bank unexpectedly cut key policy rates on Friday

Central bank unexpectedly cuts key policy rates

03 Apr, 2020 | 08:07 PM

Udayanga Weerathunga granted bail

03 Apr, 2020 | 02:38 PM

World Bank approves loan worth USD 128.6 mn to SL

03 Apr, 2020 | 10:50 AM

Sri Lanka reports fourth death due to COVID - 19

02 Apr, 2020 | 09:54 PM

UPDATE : COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka climbs upto 151

UPDATE : COVID-19 cases in SL climbs upto 151

02 Apr, 2020 | 05:28 PM

COVID - 19 cases in Sri Lanka rises upto 148

02 Apr, 2020 | 11:39 AM

Sri Lanka reports third COVID - 19 death

02 Apr, 2020 | 12:38 AM

No. of COVID - 19 patients in SL rises upto 146

01 Apr, 2020 | 05:39 PM

Returnees asked to contact Police before 12 noon

01 Apr, 2020 | 11:05 AM

CURFEW LIFTED ACROSS 19 DISTRICTS AT 6 A.M. TO BE REIMPOSED AT 2 P.M.

CURFEW TO BE REIMPOSED IN 19 DISTRICTS AT 2 PM

01 Apr, 2020 | 10:00 AM

143 CASES IN TOTAL, 21 CASES YESTERDAY, 10 CASES FROM PUTTALAM

143 COVID-19 CASES IN SRI LANKA

01 Apr, 2020 | 09:50 AM

COVID - 19 cases rises upto 142

31 Mar, 2020 | 08:09 PM

UPDATE: Ten more patients test positive for COVID 19

UPDATE: Ten more patients identified with COVID-19

31 Mar, 2020 | 03:44 PM

Service providers requested not to disconnect phone connections for delayed payment

Do not bar mobile phone connections

31 Mar, 2020 | 12:49 PM

Two more COVID-19 cases recover completely

31 Mar, 2020 | 12:38 PM

Police to be stern on curfew violators

31 Mar, 2020 | 12:19 PM

1,600 samples of patients tested thus far - MRI

31 Mar, 2020 | 12:01 PM

Second death reported due to COVID - 19 in SL

30 Mar, 2020 | 06:47 PM

COVID-19 cases increase upto 122

30 Mar, 2020 | 09:47 AM

BAN ON AIRCRAFT ARRIVALS TO THE BIA EXTENDED TO THE 07TH OF APRIL

CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY EXTENDS BAN ON ARRIVALS

29 Mar, 2020 | 11:23 AM

Movement in and out of Akurana restricted

29 Mar, 2020 | 08:37 AM

First COVID - 19 death in Sri Lanka

28 Mar, 2020 | 08:15 PM

Four more patients test positive for COVID-19, total cases rise to 110

Total COVID-19 cases in SL rise to 110

28 Mar, 2020 | 03:22 PM

Sri Lankan living in Switzerland dies from COVID19

27 Mar, 2020 | 10:12 AM

UPDATE: Two more COVID – 19 patients identified in Sri Lanka

Update: 2 new COVID-19 patients identified

26 Mar, 2020 | 09:29 PM

Water cut in Colombo

26 Mar, 2020 | 01:49 PM

Curfew in 16 districts to be re-imposed at 2 pm

26 Mar, 2020 | 09:01 AM

Curfew in Colombo, Gampaha, Kalutara to continue further – PMD

Curfew plan for the upcoming days

25 Mar, 2020 | 08:05 PM

One group re-directed to quarantine facility

25 Mar, 2020 | 02:29 PM

Govt. identifies high risk zones for COVID - 19

24 Mar, 2020 | 02:12 PM

President announces relief measures to the people amid COVID-19

COVID-19: President announces relief measures

23 Mar, 2020 | 08:54 PM

Updated curfew regulations

23 Mar, 2020 | 12:22 PM

Curfew lifted for certain areas

23 Mar, 2020 | 09:38 AM

45 Island-wide Quarantine Centres Now Operational – Lt Gen Shavendra Silva

Over 3000 in quarantine centres

23 Mar, 2020 | 06:54 AM

Govt. decides not to allow anyone into the country

'Nobody will be allowed into country'

22 Mar, 2020 | 07:04 PM

CSE declares two-day market holiday

22 Mar, 2020 | 03:13 PM

Passenger flights, cruise ships barred from entering the country

SL bars entry of all passenger flights and ships

22 Mar, 2020 | 12:21 PM

O/L results won't be released this month

22 Mar, 2020 | 10:31 AM

Total no. of Covid-19 cases rises to 77

21 Mar, 2020 | 05:38 PM

Pistols discovered in Mt. Lavinia belong to drug trafficking PNB officers; Police

Police tracing weapons used by PNB officers

04 Aug, 2020 | 01:21 PM

Another Police Officer arrested in firearms case

04 Aug, 2020 | 12:38 PM

Everything in place for upcoming Election - NEC

04 Aug, 2020 | 09:10 AM

COVID-19 cases in the island rise to 2828

04 Aug, 2020 | 09:06 AM