COLOMBO (News1st): The number of COVID-19 cases in the country has risen to 142, the Ministry of Health announced on Tuesday.

According to government statistics, the highest number of cases to be reported within a single day in the country was recorded today (March 31) with figures standing at 20.

The Ministry of Health noted that 17 patients have recovered so far, with the death toll standing at 2.

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