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

Written by Staff Writer

18 Apr, 2020 | 10:18 am

Written by Staff Writer 18 Apr, 2020 | 10:18 am

COLOMBO (News1st): A special circular will be issued next week on resuming operations in the state sector, the public administration ministry has said.

The situation surrounding COVID-19 will be reviewed during a meeting with district secretaries next Monday, ministry secretary Siripala Hettiarachchi said.

He added that matters concerning the resumption of state sector services would be discussed during the meeting.

Hettiarachchi noted that plans have been made to resume activities in essential service sectors with limited employees.

The government previously announced that schools and universities will re-open on May 11, a move critics cite as an attempt to conduct the general election.

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No decision on island-wide lock-down; Health Min.

12 Oct, 2020 | 05:15 PM

20A leads to tribal society, Amarapura-Ramanna sects say

SriLankan Cargo operations worker tests positive for COVID-19

Outlets in areas under quarantine curfew to remain closed for three days

New order for areas under quarantine curfew

12 Oct, 2020 | 01:14 PM

Over 330,000 PCR tests conducted in Sri Lanka thus far – NOCPCO

PNB Officer stashed a bag full of cash at a Sergeant’s house before surrendering

A/Level exam begins under strict health guidelines

12 Oct, 2020 | 11:44 AM

MEPA probing deaths of marine mammals; suspects New Diamond oil leak

More than 120 COVID-19 cases reported on Sunday(11th Oct)

COVID-19 cases from Minuwangoda cluster continues to rise

61 COVID-19 cases reported on Sunday(11th Oct)

11 Oct, 2020 | 07:14 PM

Two villages in Mannar placed under lockdown; Army Commander

China provides Sri Lanka a grant of Rs. 16.5 Bn; Chinese Embassy in Colombo

06-month prison term for violators of COVID-19 health regulations: Min. Pavithra Wanniarachchi

Gazette to arrest violators of health regulations

11 Oct, 2020 | 02:26 PM

Student at Kelaniya University confirmed COVID-19 positive

Grade 05 scholarship examination takes place today

105 COVID-19 cases reported on Saturday (10)

10 Oct, 2020 | 10:00 PM

103 new COVID-19 cases reported on Saturday(10)

03 National Hospital staff test positive for COVID-19

119 COVID-19 cases unaccounted for in Gampaha

10 Oct, 2020 | 06:58 PM

Submit to PCR test if you met an apparel worker from Minuwangoda Cluster

Ministry of Indigenous Medicine produces drugs to combat COVID-19

If SC letter is determination on 20A, it would be announced in Parliament on 20th; Speaker

Did Speaker receive determination letter from SC?

10 Oct, 2020 | 02:46 PM

Another COVID-19 case detected at Lady Ridgeway Hospital for Children

‘As a responsible Army the prime duty is to contribute to national prosperity’; Army Commander

514 Officers & 14,140 Other Ranks in the Sri Lanka Army promoted

Promotions to coincide with 71st Army Day

10 Oct, 2020 | 10:09 AM

Gale-force winds predicted over many areas today: Met. Dept.

35 new COVID-19 cases confirmed on Friday (Oct. 09): NOCPCO

Cases from Minunwangoda cluster on the rise

09 Oct, 2020 | 06:44 PM

AGs clears process of destroying foreign items with suspected contamination

India has no right to interfere with internal affairs; Sarath Weerasekera

Chinese delegation assures continuous assistance towards Sri Lanka’s development

China assures support towards SL in Intl Fora

09 Oct, 2020 | 04:01 PM

AGs Dept. to refrain from meeting public & police officers from areas under curfew

Colombo International Book Fair visitor tested positive for COVID-19

Committee probing ETI recommends filing criminal case against Director Board

Committee recommends criminal action against ETI

09 Oct, 2020 | 12:11 PM

10-month-old infant tested positive for COVID-19, moved for treatment

Pharmacies, supermarkets and other outlets permitted to open in curfew enforces areas

91 people arrested for violating quarantine curfew since Sunday

91 arrested for violating quarantine curfew

09 Oct, 2020 | 10:35 AM

Minuwangoda cluster increases to 1053 cases; Authorities urge to follow guidelines

10 new Corona-virus cases reported from Minuwangoda cluster

Pregnant woman who tested positive transferred for treatment

Pregnant woman tests positive for COVID-19

08 Oct, 2020 | 06:19 PM

18 year old arrested for posting false information on curfew

Office attached to Parliament in Pelawatte closed due to COVID-19 concerns

Minuwangoda Police officers quarantined

08 Oct, 2020 | 04:06 PM

Follow instructions given by the health authorities, urges President Rajapaksa

CEB recorded mammoth losses from 2015-2019; Minister of Power

All BIA and MRIA staff subject to PRC tests

08 Oct, 2020 | 02:28 PM

Agricultural goods to be transported via trains after 50 years

MT New Diamond Captain indicted at Colombo High Court

'Pillayan' testifies for the first time at PCoI

08 Oct, 2020 | 11:58 AM

Attacks could have been prevented if intel was shared; Ex-STF Chief

16 COVID-19 cases confirmed from other districts excluding Gampaha

Several more apparel workers test positive for COVID-19

Minuwangoda COVID-19 cluster grows

07 Oct, 2020 | 07:54 PM

Brandix says no party from India or any other country had access to Minuwangoda facility

Welisara Brandix worker also tests positive for COVID-19; Army Commander

Government Agencies suspend operations

07 Oct, 2020 | 06:01 PM

AG says PS member who is on death-row is disqualified from attending or voting at sittings.

UPDATE: Another Quarantine order issued for all Minuwangoda Brandix workers

Divulapitiya apparel worker NOT origin of Minuwangoda Brandix cluster

Divulapitiya apparel worker NOT origin of cluster

07 Oct, 2020 | 03:25 PM

Quarantine order issued for all Minuwangoda Brandix workers

Gr. 05 & A/Level exams will take place as scheduled

190 new COVID-19 cases in SL; All from Minuwangoda Brandix Cluster

190 new COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka

07 Oct, 2020 | 01:58 PM

Quarantine Curfew imposed for Seeduwa Police Jurisdiction

8000 people from Minuwangoda apparel factory cluster moved into quarantine

Sri Lanka seeks Rs. 1.6 Bn as compensation for shipping containers with garbage

Complaint filed with Basel Convention Secretariat

07 Oct, 2020 | 11:02 AM

Ambulances directed to residences of COVID-19 cases to be moved for treatment

UPDATE: Quarantine/Police curfew for multiple areas with immediate effect

Minuwangoda cluster increases to 832 COVID-19 cases (23:00 hours/06th Oct)

Minuwangoda cluster increases to 832 cases

06 Oct, 2020 | 11:09 PM

‘I was not invited for NSC meeting from October 2018’ ; Ex-PM tells PCoI

Next 48 hours will be crucial and decision will be made thereafter; Keheliya

Would bus fares be increased if quarantine regulation remain in place?

Bus fares to be increased?

06 Oct, 2020 | 06:39 PM

139 new COVID-19 cases from Minuwangoda Factory cluster

PS Member on death-row requests to attend Pradeshiya Sabha sessions

BRANDIX OFFICIAL STATEMENT

06 Oct, 2020 | 05:15 PM

UPDATE: Quarantine Curfew ONLY for 04 Police Jurisdictions

China accuses US Ambassador of violating diplomatic protocols

All Minuwangoda factory workers & families, remain indoors

Minuwangoda factory workers & families,remain home

06 Oct, 2020 | 02:19 PM

Police Curfew for Gampaha Police Jurisdiction

More than 200 new COVID-19 cases from Minuwangoda cluster

Agreement on compensation for marine pollution yet to be reached

New Diamond towed-away against AG & MEPA consent

06 Oct, 2020 | 11:56 AM

Video Trial to commence from prisons; cases of selected inmates will be taken up

All 650 people at the Kandakadu Rehabilitation Centre fully recovered ; NOCPCO

Wellawatte resident arrested for posting fake content on COVID-19

Wellawatte resident nabbed for fake content

06 Oct, 2020 | 10:52 AM

Another 220 apparel workers test positive as Minuwangoda COVID-19 cluster grows

COVID-19 prevention laws & regulations should be gazetted; President tells Task Force

Do not be deceived by the false news stating an island-wide curfew

Do not be deceived by the false news ; PMD

05 Oct, 2020 | 06:47 PM

Anyone linked to the Divulapitiya apparel factory must remain at home

Final decision on Gr. 05 Scholarship and A/Level exams tomorrow; Education Minister

PCR tests on workers & staff across all factories in the Gampaha ; Health Ministry

2000 PCR Tests to be conducted in Gampaha today

05 Oct, 2020 | 05:29 PM

SC to direct determination on 20A to Speaker and President

‘Vistas of Prosperity and Splendor’ does not indicate abolishing 19A laws; Wijeyadasa

Dhamma Schools to remain closed

05 Oct, 2020 | 03:22 PM

Visitation suspended across all prisons in the country

Avoid unnecessary gatherings, warns Health Ministry

69 Apparel workers in Minuwangoda tested positive

05 Oct, 2020 | 11:08 AM

New Diamond owners pay Rs. 442 Mn to SL but not for Marine Pollution

If you visited COVID-19 hot-spots last week, immediately consult a doctor

Police Curfew imposed for Veyangoda

04 Oct, 2020 | 09:10 PM

Tuition classes in Colombo & Gampaha suspended until further notice

Port Workers from COVID-19 no-go zone should not report to work; SLPA

Daughter of COVID-19 apparel worker also tests positive for coronavirus

Daughter of apparel worker also tests positive

04 Oct, 2020 | 05:47 PM

Violation of Quarantine/Police curfew will result in arrests – Police

Measures underway to locate source from where apparel worker contracted COVID-19

No Political deal with Rishad Bathiudeen

04 Oct, 2020 | 03:57 PM

Kelaniya University and several institutes in Gampaha closed: UGC

All schools closed from tomorrow: Ministry of Education

Police curfew imposed in Divulapitiya and Minuwangoda Police jurisdictions

Breaking News: Police curfew imposed

04 Oct, 2020 | 10:02 AM

COVID-19 case detected from Divulapitiya

MT New Diamond towed away defying MEPA and AG advice

CBSL successfully settles $ 01 Bn ISB

03 Oct, 2020 | 01:12 PM

MT New Diamond permitted to leave?

How did foreign liquor turn to water at warehouse? Customs launches probe

Background on 20A must be considered

02 Oct, 2020 | 06:09 PM

Ex-President feared he would not be able to run for office again; Ex-Sec. Defence tells PCoI

Colombo HC determines case against Johnston cannot be carried forward

Warrant issued against Arjuna Ranatunga

02 Oct, 2020 | 04:10 PM

Sri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technological Education standards to be upgraded

Structural weaknesses & sub-standard material cause of Buwelikada collapse

More than 300 luxury vehicles imported to SL during COVID-19 period

Over 300 luxury vehicles imported during COVID-19

02 Oct, 2020 | 12:26 PM

“Content of 20A abhorrent” counsel for the petitioners tell Supreme Court

Scores injured after bus plunges into precipice along Hatton – Dayagama Road

Katana Money Heist : 04 suspects arrested

02 Oct, 2020 | 11:06 AM

US President Donald Trump tweets he and first lady test positive for Covid-19

GAMMADDA & UoM TAKE ROBOTS ON TOUR WITH #TechBusSL

Previous govt. responsible over April 21 attacks

01 Oct, 2020 | 08:18 PM

Sri Lanka responds to UN Human Rights Chief’s report

Amendments will be made to 20A at Committee Stage Discussions; Assures Justice Minister

SIS sent Ex-Police Chief list of Sri Lankans who joined ISIS in 2018

Ex-IGP not aware of 2016 National Defence Policy

01 Oct, 2020 | 05:40 PM

COPE to commence sessions on government bodies from 06th October

06 police teams investigating Katana money heist

Suspects arrested for attempting to sell Conch Shells (Walampuri) remanded

Conch Shells were to be sold for Rs. 60 Mn

01 Oct, 2020 | 03:54 PM

GoSL loses Rs. 40 million in revenue through foreign liquor re-export scam

‘Many politicians fail due to the actions of their wives,’ – PM Rajapaksa

Only purchase TRCSL approved mobile phones

01 Oct, 2020 | 01:42 PM

Luxury bus driver and conductor arrested for reckless driving in Payagala

President instructs to complete BIA Terminal 02 construction by 2023

Sri Lanka committed to protect and sustainably manage natural resources – President

President virtually attends UN Biodiversity summit

01 Oct, 2020 | 12:02 PM

Public & Private trade unions form movement to challenge 20A

Petitions challenging 20A : Petitioners concerned with AGs document

Asgiri Chapter concerned with 20th Amendment

30 Sep, 2020 | 06:33 PM

Development cooperation is our top most priority – President tells new envoys

Two people arrested for pelting stones at Sajith Premadasa’s meeting

2021 Budget to be presented on 17th November 2020

30 Sep, 2020 | 11:52 AM

4000 factories on the Kelani river banks do not have proper approvals

Govt. to introduce “Certificate of Road-worthiness” instead of Emission Certificate

New homes for estate workers close their existing line houses

New homes for estate workers near existing houses

30 Sep, 2020 | 02:40 AM

Indian Police tracing Chanuka Thananayake, Angoda Lokka’s aide

New Diamond oil leak affects marine life in Sri Lankan water; NARA

GoSL to introduce amendments to 20A

29 Sep, 2020 | 11:10 AM

AKD tells PCoI Ex-PMs statement on National Executive Council, is false

False info being spread on environmental destruction : PMD

CAA raids traders selling coconuts above MRP

28 Sep, 2020 | 06:21 PM

MT New Diamond skipper barred from traveling overseas

RTI introduced via 19A to be retained in 20A; Keheliya Rambukwella

45, 636 individuals sent back home after completing the quarantine period

7,484 people still in quarantine

28 Sep, 2020 | 03:25 PM

End of an Era : Tennyson Cooray no more

MT New Diamond Skipper produced in Court

Traffic Lane Law violators to face fines from today: SL Police

Traffic Lane Law violators to be fined: Police

28 Sep, 2020 | 08:09 AM

Legal action against traders who sell coconuts at high rates : CAA

21 Freight containers of waste sent to SL in 2017, shipped back to UK: SL Customs

Bombings in Western Province could have been prevented : Ex-STF Commandant

Bombings in WP could have been prevented - Latiff

26 Sep, 2020 | 09:01 PM

MT New Diamond owners agree to settle claim in full

10-hour water cut for Colombo 12, 13, 14 and 15: NWSDB

Consider all the verbal orders as circulars – President

Consider all verbal orders as circulars

25 Sep, 2020 | 11:24 PM

Russian Airline Crew member from Matara does not have COVID-19; Chief Epidemiologist

Justice Minister loses cool following ‘tie-coat’ comment in Parliament

Dehiwala Suicide Bomber met Intel. Agent before detonating vest; Ex-IGP tells PCoI

Startling revelation at PCoI on April Attacks

25 Sep, 2020 | 06:27 PM

18 petitions filed challenging 20A; All petitions will be considered on 29th Sept.

“SLFP must prepare itself to re-enter politics” – Dayasiri Jayasekera

‘Podi Lassie’ further remanded; AGs Dept. to indict suspect for making death threats

Podi Lassie further remanded in death threat case

25 Sep, 2020 | 04:49 PM

High Posts Committee approves appointment of 08 new diplomats

Cycle path from Colombo Port City to Diyatha Uyana; Construction to end in 2021

10 hour water cut on Saturday for Colombo 12- 15

25 Sep, 2020 | 02:06 PM

05 Judge Bench to consider petitions challenging 20th Amendment

Another Leopard killed; 03 people arrested for attempting to sell Leopard meat

SIS and TID Heads had issues among them

25 Sep, 2020 | 10:15 AM

Ex-Police Chief holds Ex-President directly responsible for 2019 Terror Attacks

AG submits a further claim of Rs. 100 Million against MT New Diamond Owners

Time Keeper arrested for soliciting Rs. 100/- as a bribe

Time Keeper arrested for soliciting Rs. 100 Bribe

24 Sep, 2020 | 03:58 PM

Fish Trader sentenced to death for heroin possession, 22 years after arrest

New Diamond owners agree to settle in full the Interim Claim of Rs. 340 Mn

AG & Acting IGP discuss Action Plan against Money Laundering, and Terrorist Financing

AG & Acting IGP discuss Action Plan against Crimes

24 Sep, 2020 | 02:29 PM

Russian tests positive for COVID-19 in Matara; Immediately directed for treatment

Ex-Governor Keerthi Tennakoon also filed a petition challenging 20A

Certain International trade agreements not favourable to Sri Lanka: President

Certain intl. trade agreements not favourable

24 Sep, 2020 | 09:33 AM

UN’s responsibility is to assist democratically elected governments – President tells UNGA

‘No point to close stable door after horse had bolted’, Bimal warns over 20A

Fire engulfs hotel building in Bandarawela Town

23 Sep, 2020 | 05:41 PM

Examination Centers to be fumigated to combat dengue ahead of exams

Maithripala Sisisena, Private Secretary & Auxiliary Bishops ordered to appear at PCoI

CID concludes investigations against Ex-Police Chief & Ex-Defence Secretary

CID sends case files to AG for legal advice

23 Sep, 2020 | 03:01 PM

18 COVID-19 cases recover in full and cleared to leave hospital – NOCPCO

Virtual Summit between Prime Ministers of Sri Lanka and India

SJB files special determination petition challenging 20A

SJB files petition challenging 20A

23 Sep, 2020 | 12:53 PM

Ex-President’s Private Secretary & 03 Auxiliary Bishops ordered to appear at PCoI

Railway Development Projects including LRTS temporarily suspended

SL Embassy in Qatar temporarily closed for two weeks

SL Embassy in Qatar temporarily closed for 02 week

23 Sep, 2020 | 08:12 AM

President to engage in inspection visits to villages to provide swift solutions to issues

Temperance movement in Sri Lanka says NO to marijuana legalization

‘Pillayan’ appointed as Co-Chairman of Batticaloa District Coordinating Committee.

'Pillayan' appointed Co-Chairman of Batticaloa DCC

22 Sep, 2020 | 06:05 PM

Ahtaullah withdraws from Parliament session following criticism on attire

Ex-President’s statement on PCoI witness claims : PCoI to make order on Wednesday

Cardinal believes justice will be served via PCoI

22 Sep, 2020 | 03:30 PM

Former President & Former Prime Minister to testify at PCoI in October

20A : Draft amendment presented to Parliament amidst objections from Oppositions

20A presented to parliament

22 Sep, 2020 | 11:53 AM

Ex-President at PCoI

Kandy Tragedy : BASL calls on Sri Lanka Police to conduct proper investigation

Committee probing conduct of state banks during last 05 years receives over 100 complaints

State Bank probing committee extends deadline

21 Sep, 2020 | 04:16 PM

“There is no blacklisting in the CRIB & we don’t blacklist the people” : CRIB Director

Bribery cases filed against Ravi Karunanayake and Arjun Aloysius

Legal action against violators of Traffic Lane Law

21 Sep, 2020 | 09:41 AM

Family of three dead in Kandy building collapse; Bodies of parents recovered

Oil slick from MT New Diamond located 02 nautical miles close to distressed tanker

Sri Lankan Members of Parliament to receive TABS

20 Sep, 2020 | 11:23 AM

Coimbatore CB-CID Unit investigating ‘Angoda Lokka’s death also probing SL Police Officer

Infant rescued after Kandy building collapse has died; Search and Rescue continues

(VIDEO); Infant rescued from the rubble following Kandy building collapse

Infant rescued following Kandy building collapse

20 Sep, 2020 | 08:49 AM

(VIDEO) Multi-storied building collapses in Kandy – Rescue op underway to locate three people

News 1st clean sweep at the Raigam Awards 2019

Lab reports of MT New Diamond Oil samples handed over to AG; MEPA

Lab reports of New Diamond submitted to AG

19 Sep, 2020 | 10:29 AM

Nuwara Eliya records highest rainfall in the past 24 hours

Rice will be imported to prevent price hike; warns Min. Bandula Gunawardena

No threat was observed in warnings received before bombings; Ex-Defence Secretary tells PCoI

Startling revelation at PCoI on April Attacks

18 Sep, 2020 | 06:28 PM

(VIDEO) Sri Lanka’s State Minister of Coconuts goes up tree to address coconut shortage

5895 people placed in 59 tri-service-managed QCs are still in quarantine

RED ALERT issued for Heavy Rains

18 Sep, 2020 | 04:49 PM

COPE, COPA and COPP of 09th Parliament to meet for the first time

CLINTON SCHOOL & GAMMADDA: GLOBAL PARTNERSHIP, LOCAL RESULTS

Draft 20A included in 22nd September Parliament Agenda for 01st reading

Draft 20A included in 22nd Sept Parliament Agenda

18 Sep, 2020 | 10:43 AM

Lawyer & 04 others arrested for falsifying documents to claim suicide bomber’s property

02 Nautical Mile Oil Slick surrounding MT New Diamond; Summons issued on Captain

Court of Appeal issues notice on 14 SJB representatives including Rohini Kavirathna

Court of Appeal issues notice on 14 SJB members

17 Sep, 2020 | 06:05 PM

‘Podi Lassie’ named as suspect in death threat case; remanded until Sept. 25th

Individual below 18 will be prescribed as a child; Cabinet nod to make amendments

2021 Draft Appropriation Bill in October

17 Sep, 2020 | 04:23 PM

Cabinet nod for international bidding process for 300MW LNG Plant

The Big Screen: ‘VIKAARI’ becomes first Sri Lankan film to premier at LA Screamfest

MEPA preparing estimates on marine environment damage caused by MT New Diamond

Oil leak was observed from MT New Diamond; MEPA

17 Sep, 2020 | 10:59 AM

Angoda Lokka died of heart attack: says Indian CB-CID

Draft 20A report not presented to Cabinet; Mahinda Amaraweera

AG directs CID to name MT New Diamond Captain as suspect

Name New Diamond Captain as suspect; AG

16 Sep, 2020 | 07:04 PM

AG submits interim claim of Rs. 340 Mn to MT New Diamond owners

Don’t be conned by online cash prize scams; Police

Health Minister appoints committee to probe SL Medical Council conduct

Committee appointed to probe SLMC conduct

16 Sep, 2020 | 05:22 PM

ETI & SANASA (Gampaha) depositors voice concerns over fraud

Traffic Lane Law to be strictly enforced from 21st Sept; Rs. 2,000/- fine for violators

Windy and showery condition to enhance this week

16 Sep, 2020 | 02:08 PM

Army Commander approves to take over Printing of Driving License at GoSL Request

Central Bank is working out a swap arrangement – Ajith Nivard Cabraal

PM Committee Report on 20A to be tabled at Cabinet

16 Sep, 2020 | 12:09 PM

Appeals of graduates who failed to qualify for employment program to be considered

6255 people in 59 tri-service-managed QCs are still in quarantine.

Traffic Lane Law Violators will be fined Rs. 2,000/- from 17th Sept.

Traffic Lane Law Violators will be fined - Police

16 Sep, 2020 | 10:59 AM

(VIDEO) SLAF Conducts Drone Operations to Assist SL Police to Enforce Traffic Lane Rule

SL must use locational advantage to become world’s leading maritime hub – President

Ex- CID officers presented fabricated evidence to AGs Dept; claims Navy Officer

Revelation at PCoI on Political Victimization

15 Sep, 2020 | 06:34 PM

100 year old tree cut down under the guise of renovating agrarian tank in A’pura

6,142 people in 60 tri-service-managed QCs are still in quarantine

Police seek Attorney General advice against ‘Angoda Lokka’

Police seek AG advice against 'Angoda Lokka'

15 Sep, 2020 | 12:21 PM

Three-member committee appointed to further probe tremors in Central Hills

PM instructs AG to explore possibility of confiscating the assets of drug traffickers

Report on MT New Diamond Samples to be submitted to the Attorney General

New Diamond sample reports to be given to AG

15 Sep, 2020 | 11:40 AM

Ruwan Wijewardene elected as UNP Deputy Leader, Ranil W. to remain as leader until 2021

Warrant issued to arrest ring-leader of PNB drug trafficking operation

Rear Admiral Kapila Samaraweera appointed as Chief of Staff of the Sri Lanka Navy

New Navy Chief of Staff

14 Sep, 2020 | 05:25 PM

UN Human Rights Commissioner concerned over proposed 20th Amendment

13th COVID-19 death reported from Sri Lanka

11 Infected Inmates from Kandakadu Rehabilitation Centre Still under Treatment – NOCPCO

5,960 people still in Quarantine

14 Sep, 2020 | 01:08 PM

12 new High Court Judges appointed by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa

25 criminals at ‘Boossa High-Security Prison’ call off hunger strike

55 SIM cards used by drug trafficking PNB officers

14 Sep, 2020 | 11:27 AM

Another earth tremor recorded in Kandy on Friday: GSMB

12 hour water cut in Colombo

Swearing-in of death row convict Premalal Jayasekara questioned in Parliament by Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa

Swearing-in of Premalal Jayasekara questioned

11 Sep, 2020 | 01:31 PM

MP Senaratne appear before PCoI probing April 21st attacks

A risk of financial powers of the Parliament being curtailed through 20A: The Audit Services Union raises red flags

12 hour water cut in Colombo - NWSDB

10 Sep, 2020 | 03:09 PM

Government announces that the decision on ‘cattle slaughter’ has been postponed by a month.

Government to recommence oil and gas exploration – Cabinet

Oil patches near MT New Diamond identified as HFO; no damage caused to Crude Oil Storage

No issue in MT New Diamond stability; Navy

09 Sep, 2020 | 06:57 PM

AG directs MEPA to submit samples obtained near MT New Diamond to Govt. Analyst

6,176 people in 57 tri-service-managed QCs are still in quarantine

Anawilundawa Wetland Committee report tabled

09 Sep, 2020 | 02:11 PM

Salvage Team board the distressed MT New Diamond Crude Oil Tanker (VIDEO)

Zahran had support from an outside force to carry out attacks; Rauff Hakeem tells PCoI

Reignited fire aboard the MT New Diamond contained

09 Sep, 2020 | 10:13 AM

Heavy rainfall exceeding 150 mm in several areas: Met Department

ICG Dornier aircraft airdrops diesel dispersant on diesel oil patch close to MT New Diamond

Forest lands for Chena Cultivation?

08 Sep, 2020 | 07:08 PM

Zahran Hashim a Pawn & a different force responsible for 2019 April Attacks; Rauff Hakeem

MEPA informs AG on need to move MT New Diamond out of SL Waters

MT New Diamond Crew transferred to Hambantota Port

08 Sep, 2020 | 05:28 PM

Court orders to produce ‘Podi Lassie’ on 25th Sept. & increase security at court premises

Premalal Jayasekera, who is on death-row, takes oaths as a Member of Parliament

Premalal Jayasekera, who is on death-row, escorted to Parliament

Premalal Jayasekera escorted to Parliament

08 Sep, 2020 | 11:25 AM

Sri Lanka begins inspection of any damage to marine environment by MT New Diamond

Reignited flames aboard the MT New Diamond reduced to a certain extent

Hakeem says Zaharan is not the mastermind behind 4/21

Hakeem says Zaharan not the mastermind behind 4/21

08 Sep, 2020 | 08:15 AM

Banks instructed to provide Rs. 01 Mn loan at concessionary interest of 4% to boost gem industry

Saudi authorities decide not to charge any fee or fine as a relief for exiting Sri Lankan migrant workers

Fire reignites aboard the MT New Diamond

07 Sep, 2020 | 06:27 PM

Minor blazes reported on MT New Diamond; SLAF drops DCP using Bell 212 (VIDEO)

MT New Diamond salvage operations are currently underway – SL Navy

SLAF drops another 1000kg of DCP on to MT New Diamond to smother any onboard flames

Another 1000kg of DCP dropped on to MT New Diamond

07 Sep, 2020 | 11:59 AM

Court of Appeal permits Premalal Jayasekara to attend Parliament

Dozens of Sri Lankans stranded in Seychelles seek to return home (VIDEO)

AG advises stakeholders on cost recovery

06 Sep, 2020 | 05:29 PM

(UPDATED) MT New Diamond blaze doused; stakeholders discuss cost recovery

MT New Diamond blaze contained; Sri Lanka Navy Commander

Attorney General advised stakeholders on ‘MT New Diamond’; AG’s CO

AG advised stakeholders on MT New Diamond

06 Sep, 2020 | 02:51 PM

MT New Diamond owners appoint Singapore Company as Salvage expert, as op continues (VIDEO)

MT New Diamond towed away to safety & no oil spill yet; Owners to send experts to assist op.

(VIDEO) MT New Diamond now 40 nautical miles away from SL Coast; Navy – FULL STORY

MT New Diamond towed further away from SL coast

05 Sep, 2020 | 01:46 PM

Fire onboard MT New Diamond contained into a greater extent; Sri Lanka Navy

(VIDEO) If oil spill occurs from MT New Diamond , criminal litigation will be instituted ; MEPA

'No oil leak from MT New Diamond', yet

04 Sep, 2020 | 12:49 PM

7,746 people still under-going quarantine – NOCPCO

One crew member of MT New Diamond Crude Oil Tanker reported dead: Sri Lanka Navy

What you need to know about the Draft 20th Amendment to the Constitution

What you need to know about the Draft of the 20A

03 Sep, 2020 | 06:13 PM

Two including Captain on oil tanker that caught flames rescued

UPDATE: Air Force deploys ‘Beechcraft’ to assist in rescue efforts of the ship in distress

Cabinet approves draft 20th amendment

02 Sep, 2020 | 08:16 PM

Tremors did not take place close to Plate Boundaries; Geological Survey and Mines Bureau

CA informs District Returning Officers not to take action on 38 UNP Local Government members

20th Draft Amendment can be enacted with 2/3 Majority in Parliament; AG

20A can be enacted with 2/3 majority

02 Sep, 2020 | 02:05 PM

Tremors felt again in Haragama and Anuragama of Kandy district

Heavy rainfall exceeding 100mm to continue today: Met Department

INTERPOL RED NOTICE obtained on 14 wanted Sri Lankan criminals

INTERPOL RED NOTICE on 14 wanted criminals

01 Sep, 2020 | 03:54 PM

Draft 20th Amendment submitted to Attorney General for consideration

7,576 people in 71 tri-service-managed QCs are still in quarantine.

Drugs in evidence storage have not lessened

01 Sep, 2020 | 12:26 PM

Three ships of the Russian Federation arrive at port of Hambantota

Dalada Maligawa website comes under cyber attack

(VIDEO) AGs Department releases CCTV footage of Sampayo’s purported arrest

Ex-Negombo Prison Chief Sampayo granted bail

31 Aug, 2020 | 07:28 PM

Premalal Jayasekera not suitable to sit & vote in Parliament; AG

SL and US express commitment to expand bilateral defense relations; US Defence Ministry

Ranil Wickremesinghe leaves PCoI

31 Aug, 2020 | 03:19 PM

Acting IGP noticed by PCoI to make appearance on 03rd September

Police Narcotic Bureau officers charged with drug trafficking, further remanded

Committee inquiring Haragama tremor, to locate epicenter

Haragama tremor: Committee to locate epicenter

31 Aug, 2020 | 09:23 AM

Committee inquiring Haragama tremor, begins observation visits

Inquiry into tremor felt in Kandy, launched

Tremor felt in Haragama, Kandy; no reason to panic

29 Aug, 2020 | 10:22 PM

“What we have is a rubbish constitution which was amended 19 times” ; Speaker

05th Edition of the Gammadda Door-to-Door initiative begins

Bulldozer operator arrested with regard to razing Anawilundawa Ramsar Wetlands

Suspect arrested for razing Anawilundawa wetlands

28 Aug, 2020 | 06:47 PM

DMI report suggested Zaharan may have fled to India in March, 2019 ; Witness tells PCoI

(VIDEO) Kumara Welgama reveals person who instructed MPs to support 19A

Anura Kumara questions purpose of creating State Ministers

State Ministers created by constitutional loophole

28 Aug, 2020 | 05:11 PM

Speaker makes clarification on the cost for a meal for an MP

Prison Authority asked to allow MP Premalal Jayasekera, on death-row, to attend Parliament

Quintuplets born at the De Soysa Hospital for Women

Quintuplets born at De Soysa Hospital for Women

28 Aug, 2020 | 01:11 PM

Indictments handed over to Ex-Minister Rajitha & Ex-Chairman of State Pharmaceutical Corporation

Rajagiriya accident case against Patali Champika & 02 others postponed to September

Japan's prime minister Shinzo Abe to resign

28 Aug, 2020 | 11:23 AM

Norway looking forward to work with new Sri Lankan Government

(PICTURES) Indian High Commissioner hosts dinner for new Sri Lankan Cabinet

Underworld gangster 'Indra' arrested

27 Aug, 2020 | 04:55 PM

COPE Chairman or members cannot be summoned to PCoI without approval; Speaker

More politicians asked to make statements to 2019 April Attacks PCoI Police Unit

Daljith Aluvihare suspended from functioning as the Mayor of Matale

Daljith Aluvihare suspended as Matale Mayor

27 Aug, 2020 | 09:41 AM

Cabinet approves Vote On Account which will be presented to Parliament

Kurunegala Mayor and other suspects appear at Magistrate’s Court

Police too late to inspect Zaharan’s N’Eliya training camp; witness tells PCoI

Startling revelation at PCoI on April Attacks

26 Aug, 2020 | 05:36 PM

Susil Premajayantha takes oath as State Minister

7,058 people in 65 tri-service-managed QCs still in quarantine.

Former CID Chief back at PCoI probing incidents of Political Victimization

Former CID Chief at Political Victimization PCoI

26 Aug, 2020 | 02:45 PM

12,503 indictments sent to High Courts in 18 months; AGs CO

Human error confirmed as the cause of island-wide power failure

Ex-President’s residence contacted by SIS several occasions before Terror Attacks

Startling revelation at PCoI on April Attacks

25 Aug, 2020 | 05:26 PM

NEC Chief should retire before PC Polls; says Wimal Weerawansa

Municipal worker arrested for heroin possession further remanded

Interim Injunction issued preventing Kurunegala Mayor arrest

Injunction issued on Kurunegala Mayor arrest

25 Aug, 2020 | 10:30 AM

Secretaries to 35 State Ministries were appointed

Power-Cut committee report handed over to Minister Dullas Alahapperuma

SIS received information about a second attack in 2019; Ex-SIS Director

Startling revelation at PCoI on April Attacks

24 Aug, 2020 | 06:28 PM

Thalatha and Pujith at PCoI regarding 2012 Welikada Prison Riots

Rajitha and Hesha issued notice by PCoI on Political Victimization

19 mobile phones found buried in the Colombo Remand Prison grounds

19 phones found buried in Colombo Remand Prison

24 Aug, 2020 | 04:31 PM

Indian Court rejects bail for lawyer in Angoda Lokka murder investigation

Karu Jayasuriya says he is ready to lead the United National Party

No discussion regarding Deputy PM post

24 Aug, 2020 | 12:27 PM

Police Special Task Force deployed for security at Prisons

Appeal Court extends order to prevent arrest of Kurunegala Mayor to 25th August

03 drowning incidents reported in 24 hours

24 Aug, 2020 | 09:53 AM

Underworld hit-man ‘Welle Saranga’ & 02 associates of ‘Angoda Lokka’ arrested at the BIA

Returnee from India becomes the 12th COVID-19 death reported in Sri Lanka

AG meets UNODC Sri Lanka Chief

22 Aug, 2020 | 11:28 PM

Fallen Brave ‘Lions’ of Sri Lanka Sinha Regiment remembered

11 Fatalities in Sri Lankan streets in a 24-hour window; 10 injured

New born baby found abandoned in Colombo Temple now under the care of health workers

Health workers care for abandoned new born

21 Aug, 2020 | 11:17 PM

Attempts to warn Ex-President on Terror Attacks failed as he was overseas; Witness

All stakeholders must be consulted if 19A to be abolished; Former Speaker

MP seeks comments made by C. V. Wigneswaran removed from Hansard

Manusha wants Wigneswaran's comments removed

21 Aug, 2020 | 05:14 PM

Mangala says those noticed by PCoI are the victims of political victimization

Western Province Governor among those noticed by HC in petition against PC Chief

Ranil Wickremesinghe issued summons by PCoI on Political Victimization

PCoI issues summons on Ranil Wickremesinghe

21 Aug, 2020 | 12:45 PM

Sagala at Police Unit of PCoI on 2019 Terror Attacks; Ranil to appear on 31st August

SLFP to appoint committee to draft proposed new constitution

CID’s Former Inspector De Silva left for Zurich in 2019; CCD OIC tells Gampaha Magistrate

Shani Abeysekera and SI further remanded

20 Aug, 2020 | 11:39 PM

Mahela Jayawardena to chair National Sports Council

Warning on 2019 Attacks received via WhatsApp on 20th April; Witness tells PCoI

Prime responsibility of MPs is to serve the public; Key points from President’s Speech

Key points from the President's Speech

20 Aug, 2020 | 05:04 PM

Investigate Negombo Police HQI & Police Spokesperson statement; AG tells AIGP

Live Blog: 01st session of the 09th Parliament

Speaker, Deputy Speaker & key positions in the 09th Parliament of Sri Lanka

Key positions in the Parliament of Sri Lanka

20 Aug, 2020 | 11:19 AM

Ex-President was not informed of 2019 attack warnings; Witness tells PCoI

(VIDEO) “Pillayan” escorted to Colombo to attend 01st sitting of Parliament

Government Analyst’s Dept. clarifies position on the arrest of two workers

Government Analysts says evidence can't be swapped

19 Aug, 2020 | 06:09 PM

Teacher arrested for sexually abusing 12 year old boy

Cabinet approves to abolish the 19th Amendment to the Constitution

Cabinet green light given to recruit additional 10,000 graduates; President

Cabinet approved further graduate recruitment

19 Aug, 2020 | 01:50 PM

AG returns more incomplete files on April Attacks to Acting IGP

STF Sub-Inspector arrested on drug trafficking charges

NO Tsunami threat to Sri Lanka following an earthquake in Southern Sumatra Sea: Met. Department

NO Tsunami threat to Sri Lanka: Met Department

19 Aug, 2020 | 07:40 AM

Power-Cut time table based on local grid substations published by CEB

President calls for temporary suspension of road construction work in Sinharaja; RDA

01 hour daily power cut for 04 days ; CEB

18 Aug, 2020 | 05:06 PM

AGs Dept. concluded 12,968 Child Abuse cases in 18 months.

15 prison officers interdicted in three months; Prisons Department

Ex-Defence State Minister & Fmr. CID Director at PCoI Police Unit on 2019 Attacks

Former State Defence Minister at PCoI Police Unit

18 Aug, 2020 | 02:26 PM

Drugs sent for testing, smuggled by Govt. Analyst’s Dept. workers

Drug trafficking PNB officers worked with big-time heroin traffickers

Chief Government Whip & Leader of the House appointed

Chief Govt. Whip & Leader of the House appointed

18 Aug, 2020 | 01:00 PM

Electricity Supply To Be Restored In a Few Hours; Committee To Probe Breakdown

Traffic Light network down following power-cut

Power Cut disrupts water supply to Colombo

17 Aug, 2020 | 04:51 PM

Maithripala Sirisena informed to report to PCoI Police Unit probing April Attacks

Island-wide Power Cut due to an issue in the transmission system

Tamil Nadu CB-CID tracing Sri Lankan in possession of ‘Angoda Lokka’s weapon

Indian Cops tracing SL man linked to Angoda Lokka

17 Aug, 2020 | 10:16 AM

List of graduates recruited to be published online today: PMD

Concerns raised over unauthorized construction of road in Sinharaja

Man sentenced to death for 1995 murder finally arrested after 10 years on the run

Man sentenced to death arrested after 10 years

16 Aug, 2020 | 03:05 PM

50 drug networks operating in Western Province; Police

Indian Police launch manhunt to trace ‘Angoda Lokka’s Indian accomplice

Synthetic Drugs valued at over Rs. 200 Million seized

Synthetic Drugs valued at over Rs. 200 Mn seized

16 Aug, 2020 | 12:14 AM

09-hour water cut for several areas in Colombo: NWSDB

No Police & Land Powers for Provincial Councils; State Minister

AG advised NEC on “Our Power of People Party” National List nomination

AG advises NEC on OPPP National List issue

14 Aug, 2020 | 06:24 PM

AG denies reports he approved MCC Compact Agreement

President to present policy statement of New Government on 20th August

SIS aware of Zahran’s capability before Foreign Intelligence: Witness

Startling revelation at PCoI on April Attacks

14 Aug, 2020 | 05:20 PM

SriLankan Airlines clarifies temporary suspension of Shanghai service

Indian detectives approach SL Govt. to get DNA samples on ‘Angoda Lokka’ probe

Government’s 150,000 employment program to continue

Govt.'s 150,000 employment program to continue

14 Aug, 2020 | 02:46 PM

Three New Secretaries appointed to Cabinet Ministries

SIS wanted TID to stop investigation Sri Lankan who joined ISIS; Witness

National List of MPs to be sent to Government Printer today: NEC

National List of MPs to Government Printer: NEC

14 Aug, 2020 | 07:08 AM

‘Boot-licking’ & ‘Deal’ comment raises tensions at PCoI

Cabinet Secretary and 25 New Ministry Secretaries Appointed

PM & Cabinet sworn-in before they took oaths as MPs; Siritunga Jayasuriya

PM & Cabinet yet to be recognized as MPs; USP

13 Aug, 2020 | 05:35 PM

Blood samples from ‘Angoda Lokka’s parents sent to India; reports

Samagi Jana Balavegaya announces its National List

Water cut on Saturday for Colombo 13,14 & 15

13 Aug, 2020 | 01:34 PM

Manhunt underway to arrest apparel store looters

Yahapalana govt. brought disrepute to armed forces; Navy Officer tells PCoI

Ranil, Mangala, Malik & several others noticed by PCoI to appear on 21st August

Ex-PM, Ministers & MPs noticed by PCoI

12 Aug, 2020 | 06:53 PM

Mother & Son arrested for trafficking drugs in Pita-Kotte

Arrest Warrant Against Kurunegala Mayor Suspended Until August 24th By CA

Malaka Silva granted bail

12 Aug, 2020 | 03:58 PM

District Coordination Committee Heads appointed

New State Ministers Sworn-in; (Complete List)

New Cabinet Ministers Sworn-in; (Complete List)

12 Aug, 2020 | 11:39 AM

No Ministerial Portfolio for Maithripala Sirisena

Live Blog: New Cabinet and State Minister

Gunman working for ‘Angoda Lokka’ shot dead by police

Cops shoot dead gunman working for 'Angoda Lokka'

11 Aug, 2020 | 11:51 PM

Malaka Silva arrested for threatening a businessman with death

Ranil, Ruwan & Sagala informed to appear at Police Unit of April Attacks PCoI

Wanted Kurunegala Mayor files petition with Court of Appeal

Kurunegala Mayor files petition with Appeal Court

11 Aug, 2020 | 04:38 PM

Russia’s Health Ministry approves world’s 1st Covid-19 vaccine

Wide manhunt underway to locate & arrest Kurunegala Mayor

Mahinda Rajapaksa assumes duties as Prime Minister

MR officially assumes duties as PM

11 Aug, 2020 | 10:53 AM

SLPP, ITAK & ACTC National List MPs announced via Extraordinary Gazette

28 cabinet & 40 state ministries established via Extraordinary Gazette

Samples for DNA & Finger Print testing sent to India to verify “Angoda Lokka”s death

Sri Lanka sent samples on Angoda Lokka to India

10 Aug, 2020 | 06:07 PM

Ranil Wickremesinghe to step down as UNP leader; UNP General Secretary

Warrant re-issued against Kurunegala Mayor as police failed to arrest suspects

All Government Schools re-opened

10 Aug, 2020 | 08:45 AM

Mahinda Rajapaksa takes oath as the new Prime Minister of Sri Lanka

Parliament : A family affair?

“Have confidence in our support”; Chinese Ambassador tells PM Rajapaksa

“Have confidence in our support”; China tells SL

08 Aug, 2020 | 07:25 PM

New Cabinet likely to be sworn-in after 11th August; says SLPP General Secretary

15ft high new fence at Welikada Prison to prevent contraband from being hurled over prison walls

SLPP announces its National List Parliamentarians

SLPP National List MPS

07 Aug, 2020 | 06:17 PM

RAW officials collect details from Indian Police about “Angoda Lokka”; report.

FR by Rishad Bathiudeen seeking to prevent his arrest, dismissed

NEC releases list of elected candidates

07 Aug, 2020 | 09:34 AM

First official result of parliamentary election released

AG directs Acting IGP to arrest Kurunegala Mayor and 04 others

Counting of votes for parliamentary election begins

Counting of votes for parliamentary poll begins

06 Aug, 2020 | 09:16 AM

Today is NOT a government holiday: Ministry of Internal & Home Affairs

01st result of the 2020 General Election on Thursday afternoon; NEC Chairman

Live Blog - General Election 2020 - Live Updates

05 Aug, 2020 | 06:01 AM

SL Police yet to receive confirmation on “Angoda Lokka”s death in India

Was Anurudhdha Sampayo arrested based on a tip-off or intelligence operation?

“Narco-Cat” has not escaped; continues to roam free at Magazine Prison premises

"Narco-Cat" has not escaped prison; Prisons Dept.

04 Aug, 2020 | 05:48 PM

Former CID Chief Shani’s assistant gives closed door statement; claims “undue influence”

Seven Indian Police teams probing death of underworld don “Angoda Lokka”

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

Surgeries won’t be suspended at hospitals: Health Services DG

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

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

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

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

No Parking Fee in Colombo during curfew period

17 Apr, 2020 | 06:32 AM

Special Commodity Levy on imported fruits to be hiked

UPDATE: Former minister Rishad Bathiudeen leaves CID

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sri Lanka's unemployment rate rises to 4.8 percent

13 Apr, 2020 | 03:10 PM

Work from home period extended

Govt. increases Special Commodity Levy on Palm Oil

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

Bodies of deceased due to COVID – 19 to be cremated

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

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

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

Senior DIG and several other ranks transferred : Police HQ

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

Navy prohibits migrant boats from entering Sri Lankan waters

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

Police make it mandatory to wear a face mask when travelling

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

1455 remain in quarantine across 12 quarantine facilities

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

British HC requests British tourists to leave Sri Lanka

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

Three stranded Sri Lankans return to the country

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

Special commodity levy on palm oil to be increased

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?

EU announces 22 million euro grant to Sri Lanka

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

Term of PCoI probing ETI Finance extended

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

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

Sri Lanka's COVID - 19 count reaches 186

08 Apr, 2020 | 02:33 PM

Rupee plummets against the US dollar

2014 migrant tragedy video falsely linked to COVID-19

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

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

Sri Lanka's COVID - 19 cases rises to 185

07 Apr, 2020 | 06:47 PM

Sri Lanka’s COVID – 19 cases reaches 183

Sri Lanka to step up COVID – 19 testing amidst mounting requests

Sri Lanka confirms sixth COVID-19 death

07 Apr, 2020 | 10:17 AM

Eight hour water cut in several areas

BREAKING: UK PM Boris Johnson moved to intensive care as symptoms ‘worsen’

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

Sri Lanka’s rupee slide continues

Hotlines for free counselling services

06 Apr, 2020 | 10:19 AM

Sri Lankan aboard cruise ship brought back to the country

UPDATE : Sri Lanka’s COVID – 19 cases hits 175

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

More than 1000 people arrested for violating the curfew

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

UPDATE: Sri Lanka’s COVID – 19 cases rises to 159

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

World Bank approves loan worth USD 128.6 mn to Sri Lanka

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

COVID – 19 cases in Sri Lanka rises upto 148

Sri Lanka reports third COVID - 19 death

02 Apr, 2020 | 12:38 AM

COVID – 19 patients in SL rises upto 146

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

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

COVID-19 cases rises upto 142

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

Two more COVID-19 cases recover completely

Police to be stern on curfew violators

31 Mar, 2020 | 12:19 PM

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

Second death reported due to COVID – 19 in Sri Lanka

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

Akurana Town in Lockdown

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

Sri Lankan living in Switzerland dies from COVID-19

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

Update: 2 new COVID-19 patients identified

26 Mar, 2020 | 09:29 PM

9 hour water cut in Colombo- NWSDB

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

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

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

President announces relief measures to the people amid COVID-19

COVID-19: President announces relief measures

23 Mar, 2020 | 08:54 PM

BREAKING : Updated curfew regulations

Curfew lifted for certain areas

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

CSE declares two-day market holiday

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 : Exams Dept.

UPDATE: Total no. of Covid-19 cases rises to 77

12th Leopard death reported from Matale

29 Nov, 2020 | 09:23 PM

COVID-19 cases at prisons top 1000

Mahara Prison Violence : 06 Dead & 35 Injured

30 Nov, 2020 | 07:50 AM

Several dead and scores injured in Mahara Prison violence; fire rages within prison walls

04 dead & scores injured in Mahara Prison violence

29 Nov, 2020 | 10:58 PM

07 COVID-19 deaths confirmed on Sunday (29); raising death toll in SL to 116

COVID-19 death toll in SL rises to 116

29 Nov, 2020 | 09:52 PM

UPDATED : Unrest at Mahara Prison

29 Nov, 2020 | 05:59 PM

487 people tested positive for COVID-19 on Saturday (28)

11, 936 PCR test carried out on Saturday (28)

29 Nov, 2020 | 03:35 PM

Schools in Dambulla closed for a week

29 Nov, 2020 | 01:34 PM

Multiple Police areas released from isolation

29 Nov, 2020 | 07:34 AM

02 COVID-19 deaths reported on Saturday (28)

2 COVID-19 deaths confirmed on Saturday (28)

28 Nov, 2020 | 11:26 PM

Sri Lanka, India & the Maldives agree to strengthen cooperation on Maritime Security

4th NSA Level Trilateral Meeting

28 Nov, 2020 | 07:14 PM

'Gammadda Vijey'- the miracle slinger

27 Nov, 2020 | 01:26 PM

PNB investigating SL fishermen nabbed with heroin in Indian waters

PNB Investigating Heroin Bust in Indian Waters

27 Nov, 2020 | 12:32 PM

Indian National Security Adviser Ajit Doval in SL for Trilateral Meeting

Ajit Doval in Colombo for Trilateral Meeting

27 Nov, 2020 | 12:01 PM

C. D. Wickramaratne is the new IGP

27 Nov, 2020 | 10:31 AM

Sri Lankans successfully evacuated from war zone in Tigray, Ethiopia

Sri Lankans evacuated from Tigray, Ethiopia

27 Nov, 2020 | 10:04 AM

COVID-19 death toll rises to 99 with 03 confirmed deaths on Thursday (26)

COVID-19 death toll in SL rises to 99

26 Nov, 2020 | 11:32 PM

MTV Channel to counter-sue George Steuart Health

26 Nov, 2020 | 06:20 PM

Russian to further enhance cooperation with Sri Lanka – Putin

Russian to enhance cooperation with SL ; Putin

26 Nov, 2020 | 03:09 PM

CEB considering brick production using fly-ash from Norochcholai

Involve CEA in Environment Assessment; COPE to CEB

26 Nov, 2020 | 01:10 PM

COPE to meet online for the first time

26 Nov, 2020 | 01:03 PM

New Cabinet & State Minister sworn in

26 Nov, 2020 | 11:42 AM

Colpetty Crimes OIC dies following sudden illness

26 Nov, 2020 | 10:52 AM

Aerial observations to curb deforestation

26 Nov, 2020 | 10:35 AM

Sri Lankan migrant workers trapped in Lebanon

26 Nov, 2020 | 12:14 AM

Multiple areas placed in isolation

25 Nov, 2020 | 07:21 PM

Sirisena concludes providing evidence to PCoI

25 Nov, 2020 | 05:50 PM

100kg heroin seized from Sri Lankan boat

25 Nov, 2020 | 05:37 PM

AG meets MEPA & Experts to discuss claim from MT New Diamond

Crucial meeting at AGs Dept on New Diamond claim

25 Nov, 2020 | 02:18 PM

Shani Abeysekera exposed to COVID-19

25 Nov, 2020 | 01:18 PM

Protest continues against moving inmates to undergo quarantine in Angunukolapelessa

Prisoners against Quarantine Prisoners

25 Nov, 2020 | 11:53 AM

Severe Cyclonic Storm “NIVAR” to further intensify

25 Nov, 2020 | 11:31 AM

Assault on Female : Chief Engineer Arrested

25 Nov, 2020 | 11:05 AM

NWSDB and CEB will not suspend services in isolated areas due to delayed payments

Power & water supply in isolated areas

25 Nov, 2020 | 08:52 AM

04 COVID-19 deaths reported on Tuesday (24)

24 Nov, 2020 | 10:09 PM

Netizens furious over video of assault on female

24 Nov, 2020 | 07:59 PM

Drug trafficking Police Narcotic Bureau officers further remanded

Drug trafficking PNB officers further remanded

24 Nov, 2020 | 05:16 PM

'Pillayan' granted bail in Pararajasingham murder

24 Nov, 2020 | 02:33 PM

CA quashes summons on Gotabaya Rajapaksa

24 Nov, 2020 | 02:00 PM

AGs Dept make submissions at Mullaithivu MC against Mahaviru Memo

AGs Dept make submissions against Mahaviru Memo

24 Nov, 2020 | 11:58 AM

COVID-19 cases in prisons rises to 717

24 Nov, 2020 | 11:42 AM

Prisoners against Quarantine Prisoners

24 Nov, 2020 | 11:18 AM

62 arrested for failing to adhere to quarantine regulations

62 arrested for not following Quarantine Regs

24 Nov, 2020 | 10:45 AM

Rs. 04 Bn deposited in Hizbullah’s accounts; expose’ at PCoI

Hizbullah testifies at PCoI on April Attacks

24 Nov, 2020 | 10:29 AM

03 COVID-19 deaths reported on Monday (23)

24 Nov, 2020 | 12:12 AM

12,095 PCR tests on Sunday

23 Nov, 2020 | 03:18 PM

Low depression in Bay of Bengal can turn into cyclonic storm

EXTREME WEATHER ALERT

23 Nov, 2020 | 02:16 PM

UNP reps want to appoint Ranil to National MP seat

23 Nov, 2020 | 12:11 PM

Online registration for universities begins - UGC

23 Nov, 2020 | 11:06 AM

Police on stand-by to assist re-opening schools

23 Nov, 2020 | 10:14 AM

COVID-19 death toll in SL rises to 87

22 Nov, 2020 | 11:17 PM

Several isolated areas in WP to be released

22 Nov, 2020 | 08:16 AM

Sri Lankan born medical professional at the forefront of COVID-19 vaccine development

SL born Doctor in Oxford Vaccine Group

21 Nov, 2020 | 09:39 PM

257 new COVID-19 cases confirmed today (21)

21 Nov, 2020 | 07:17 PM

Second reading of 2021 Budget passed with a majority of 99 votes

2nd reading of 2021 Budget passed with a majority

21 Nov, 2020 | 06:08 PM

Powers vested in DG of Archaeology, transferred

21 Nov, 2020 | 02:13 PM

Intl. traffickers connected to Weligama drug bust

21 Nov, 2020 | 08:47 AM

100kg of heroin seized in Weligama

20 Nov, 2020 | 07:33 PM

Jaffna HC dismissed 04 petitions filed against Police on Mahaviru Memo

Jaffna HC dismissed 04 petitions against Police

20 Nov, 2020 | 03:56 PM

Sajith slams govt. for not ordering vaccines

20 Nov, 2020 | 03:03 PM

“Sri Lanka does not need COVID vaccine right now”; Vasudeva

SL does not need COVID vaccine right now

20 Nov, 2020 | 02:47 PM

Decision to reopen schools made in consultation with stakeholders

Education Min. defends decision to reopen schools

20 Nov, 2020 | 02:08 PM

10,356 PCR tests on Thursday (19)

20 Nov, 2020 | 12:05 PM

Mobile Clinics & Special Ambulance Service

20 Nov, 2020 | 11:06 AM

Import restrictions to be reviewed; FM tells EU Ambassadors

Import restrictions to be reviewed; Foreign Min.

20 Nov, 2020 | 10:38 AM

COVID-19 infected mother & son leave IDH

20 Nov, 2020 | 09:50 AM

COVID-19 death toll in SL rises to 73

20 Nov, 2020 | 12:12 AM

Rapid Antigen Test is not a substitute for the PCR test; GMOA

Rapid Antigen Test not substitute for PCR

19 Nov, 2020 | 06:57 PM

Over 800 police officers exposed to COVID-19

19 Nov, 2020 | 06:46 PM

President in Parliament for Second Reading of the 2021 Budget.

President in Parliament Chamber for the 01st time

19 Nov, 2020 | 05:30 PM

“We need investments: not loans” President tells Chinese Ambassador

"We need investments: not loans", says President

19 Nov, 2020 | 03:07 PM

Schools to re-open on 23rd November

19 Nov, 2020 | 12:07 PM

Lalith Weeratunga and Anusha Palpita acquitted

19 Nov, 2020 | 11:00 AM

Wrongdoers will be brought before the law irrespective of their social status

Yardstick of success or failure is public opinion

18 Nov, 2020 | 09:18 PM

'Hands off the media', warns the Opposition Leader

18 Nov, 2020 | 06:57 PM

Government inherited a failed governance structure; PM

Govt. inherited a failed governance structure; PM

18 Nov, 2020 | 06:12 PM

Prisoner who broke out of the Old Bogambara Prison, arrested

Prison escapee arrested following manhunt

18 Nov, 2020 | 05:31 PM

Dr. Anil Jasinghe to make a come-back

18 Nov, 2020 | 12:53 PM

President marks 01 year in office; will address the nation on Wednesday

President to address the nation on Wednesday

18 Nov, 2020 | 11:39 AM

Bogambara Prison Break: 01 Dead, 03 Injured and 01 Missing

Bogambara Prison Break: Manhunt to locate escapee

18 Nov, 2020 | 10:49 AM

Minor tremor experienced in Digana

18 Nov, 2020 | 10:28 AM

COVID-19 deaths rise in Sri Lanka

17 Nov, 2020 | 11:12 PM

Key take aways from the 2021 Budget

17 Nov, 2020 | 08:01 PM

VAT unchanged at 08%

17 Nov, 2020 | 05:42 PM

Live Blog: Budget 2021 – Live updates

17 Nov, 2020 | 12:00 PM

Voluntary Retirement Scheme of Sri Lankan Airlines Ltd., approved

Over 500 UL workers to retire within next 03 years

17 Nov, 2020 | 11:51 AM

10,713 PCR tests on Monday (16)

17 Nov, 2020 | 11:04 AM

1.5% of the total prison population in Sri Lanka exposed to COVID-19

438 COVID-19 cases reported from SL Prisons

17 Nov, 2020 | 10:28 AM

Another 85 Sri Lankans return to the island

17 Nov, 2020 | 10:06 AM

Sri Lanka's COVID-19 death toll rises to 61

16 Nov, 2020 | 09:51 PM

Another Covid vaccine breakthrough

16 Nov, 2020 | 06:03 PM

2021 Appropriation Bill will be presented on Tuesday (17)

2021 Appropriation Bill to be presented on Tuesday

16 Nov, 2020 | 03:58 PM

02 SLAF Female Officers commissioned as Pilots

16 Nov, 2020 | 11:51 AM

Clearing Kallaru in Wilpattu is illegal; COA rules against Bathiudeen

COA rules against Bathiudeen in deforestation case

16 Nov, 2020 | 11:08 AM

Mobile Medical Clinics for lock-down residents

16 Nov, 2020 | 10:49 AM

Separate facilities for COVID19 infected prisoners

16 Nov, 2020 | 10:16 AM

COVID-19 death toll in Sri Lanka rises to 58

15 Nov, 2020 | 06:40 PM

COVID-19 cases from Sri Lankan prisons surge

15 Nov, 2020 | 02:59 PM

Additional hospitals to treat COVID-19 patients

15 Nov, 2020 | 11:40 AM

Several more areas in Colombo including Fort & Slave Island isolated

Several more areas in Colombo isolated

14 Nov, 2020 | 10:22 PM

Suspect arrested over fake news on COVID-19 deaths: DIG Ajith Rohana

One arrested over fake news on COVID-19 deaths

14 Nov, 2020 | 11:26 AM

Senior Journalist Sydney Chandrasekara no more

14 Nov, 2020 | 08:46 AM

Sri Lanka exceeds 16,000 COVID-19 cases

14 Nov, 2020 | 07:39 AM

05 COVID-19 deaths reported on Friday (13) in Sri Lanka

COVID-19 deaths in SL rise to 53

13 Nov, 2020 | 07:33 PM

Foreign Ministry cautions Sri Lankan travellers

13 Nov, 2020 | 07:14 PM

60 port workers exposed to COVID-19 to-date; Shipping Ops delayed

SLPA decides to call-in retired workers

13 Nov, 2020 | 06:52 PM

CID investigation social media posts on people dropping dead

CID probing claims on people dropping dead

13 Nov, 2020 | 05:58 PM

Special Announcement to Quarantined Flats

13 Nov, 2020 | 05:24 PM

Due process violated in porting Rapid Antigen Test Kits; says Opposition

Rapid Antigen Test Kits marred with controversy

13 Nov, 2020 | 02:03 PM

Lock-down & Quarantine Order will be lifted after review

COVID-19 situation in SL will be analysed

13 Nov, 2020 | 01:25 PM

COVID-19 cases reported in hundreds is alarming

13 Nov, 2020 | 12:55 PM

Repatriation of Sri Lankans to resume next week

13 Nov, 2020 | 12:24 PM

07 more arrested from lock-down areas following aerial surveillance op

aerial surveillance op leads to 07 more arrests

13 Nov, 2020 | 12:16 PM

Letter signed requesting Basil to enter Parliament

13 Nov, 2020 | 12:01 PM

‘Made in Sri Lanka’ UniCOLT Vehicles to be Manufactured at SLEME Workshop

UniCOLT Vehicles manufactured locally by Army

13 Nov, 2020 | 10:38 AM

(VIDEO) Eyes in the Sky – SLAF operation to monitor quarantine violators

SLAF op to monitor quarantine violators (VIDEO)

12 Nov, 2020 | 07:19 PM

Drone monitoring op leads to 15 arrests in Mutuwal

12 Nov, 2020 | 06:34 PM

2020 Budget passed in Parliament without a vote

12 Nov, 2020 | 06:19 PM

15th Drone Regiment of Sri Lanka Artillery Inaugurated (VIDEO)

New Drone Regiment for Sri Lanka Army

12 Nov, 2020 | 05:21 PM

COVID-19 deaths in SL rise to 48

12 Nov, 2020 | 04:49 PM

Guideline issued for the disposal of masks, gloves etc., – CEA

CEA issues guideline on safe disposal of waste

12 Nov, 2020 | 02:29 PM

All foreign currency debt dues for 2020 settled

12 Nov, 2020 | 01:44 PM

600 police officers exposed to COVID-19

12 Nov, 2020 | 11:43 AM

People who exited WP will be placed in quarantine – Police

People who exited WP to be quarantined

12 Nov, 2020 | 11:30 AM

Old Bogambara prisoners protest on roof demanding PCR tests (VIDEO)

Prisoners protest demanding PCR tests

12 Nov, 2020 | 10:45 AM

COVID-19 cases continue to rise in Sri Lanka

12 Nov, 2020 | 05:30 AM

46th COVID-19 death in Sri Lanka was a resident from Imbulgoda

COVID-19 deaths continue to rise in Sri Lanka

11 Nov, 2020 | 11:47 PM

45th COVID-19 death reported in Sri Lanka

11 Nov, 2020 | 09:18 PM

Exiting Western Province prohibited

11 Nov, 2020 | 07:30 PM

CHEC project workers exposed to COVID-19

11 Nov, 2020 | 06:48 PM

02 more people died of COVID-19 in Sri Lanka; death toll rises to 44

COVID-19 deaths in SL rise to 44

11 Nov, 2020 | 04:19 PM

Queensland's Australian of the Year is Sri Lankan

11 Nov, 2020 | 03:45 PM

42nd COVID-19 death reported in Sri Lanka

11 Nov, 2020 | 02:50 PM

Celebrate Diwali indoors, urges Nuwara Eliya District Secretary

Celebrate Diwali indoors, urges N'Eliya GA

11 Nov, 2020 | 01:56 PM

Manning Market will be shifted to Peliyagoda

11 Nov, 2020 | 10:24 AM

Special Ambulance Service For Lock-down Areas

11 Nov, 2020 | 10:17 AM

430 COVID-19 cases reported on Tuesday (10)

11 Nov, 2020 | 09:02 AM

41st COVID-19 death reported in Sri Lanka

10 Nov, 2020 | 07:32 PM

Bus fares to increase with effect from midnight

10 Nov, 2020 | 06:10 PM

Unidentified male among the latest COVID-19 victims

COVID-19 death toll in Sri Lanka rises to 40

10 Nov, 2020 | 05:15 PM

KG worth Rs. 31 Mn seized by Navy

10 Nov, 2020 | 04:19 PM

2,362 people undergoing quarantine

10 Nov, 2020 | 03:33 PM

Paddy stocks to be sold via Sathosa

10 Nov, 2020 | 11:56 AM

DGHS authorized to permit travel in lockdown areas

10 Nov, 2020 | 09:20 AM

DGHS approval required for essential workers to exit isolated zones

Important Notice by DG Health Service

10 Nov, 2020 | 12:15 AM

36th COVID-19 death reported in Sri Lanka

09 Nov, 2020 | 11:29 PM

Angulana North & South placed in isolation

09 Nov, 2020 | 06:38 PM

WHO agrees to provide COVID-19 vaccine to 20% of SL population.

WHO to provide COVID-19 vaccine to SL

09 Nov, 2020 | 05:10 PM

Guidelines to address prison overcrowding

09 Nov, 2020 | 04:37 PM

Several Committees in Parliament will meet today

09 Nov, 2020 | 01:09 PM

MT New Diamond reaches the UAE

09 Nov, 2020 | 11:43 AM

35th COVID-19 death reported in Sri Lanka

08 Nov, 2020 | 10:09 PM

FAQs on how to operate after quarantine is lifted

08 Nov, 2020 | 08:52 PM

BOI & EDB projects in isolated areas permitted to operate

BOI & EDB projects in isolated areas can operate

08 Nov, 2020 | 07:54 PM

No-one is permitted to exit isolated areas; Police

08 Nov, 2020 | 03:37 PM

Minimum staff to report to State Institutions

08 Nov, 2020 | 01:22 PM

Quarantine Curfew for the Western Province & other areas will be lifted tomorrow

Most areas isolated,though Q/Curfew will be lifted

08 Nov, 2020 | 08:25 AM

COVID-19 death toll in Sri Lanka rises to 34

07 Nov, 2020 | 09:24 PM

SL to receive antigen test kits from WHO on Sunday

07 Nov, 2020 | 08:34 PM

Seven inmates at Bogambara prison test positive for COVID-19

Seven more prison inmates test COVID-19 positive

07 Nov, 2020 | 04:23 PM

30th COVID-19 death reported in Sri Lanka

06 Nov, 2020 | 11:56 PM

News 1st marks 25 years of serving the people

06 Nov, 2020 | 08:24 PM

More prisoners test positive for COVID-19

06 Nov, 2020 | 07:30 PM

More contacts of Peliyagoda Cluster test positive for COVID-19

COVID-19 cases on the rise

06 Nov, 2020 | 07:03 PM

Isolation restrictions in Badugama lifted

06 Nov, 2020 | 03:26 PM

82 garbage-filled freight containers to be shipped back to the UK

More garbage containers make their way to the UK

06 Nov, 2020 | 09:16 AM

05 COVID-19 deaths reported in Sri Lanka

05 Nov, 2020 | 06:27 PM

Lanka Premier League given green light

05 Nov, 2020 | 05:35 PM

Self-Quarantine should be strictly monitored after curfew is lifted – President

Monitor Self-Quarantine after lifting Curfew

05 Nov, 2020 | 05:21 PM

138 COVID-19 cases from the Colombo Municipality

05 Nov, 2020 | 03:17 PM

COVID-19 infiltrates Welikada Prison

05 Nov, 2020 | 01:27 PM

Hotline to assist COVID-19 cases

05 Nov, 2020 | 12:53 PM

Central Mail Exchange closed until further notice

COVID-19 cases reported from Central Mail Exchange

05 Nov, 2020 | 12:03 PM

People must be ready to resume their normal lives

04 Nov, 2020 | 06:27 PM

Rs. 7.3 Billion spent in October for COVID-19 relief purposes

Rs. 7.3 Billion spent in Oct. for COVID-19 relief

04 Nov, 2020 | 04:09 PM

GMOA resigns from health ministry’s technical committee

GMOA resigns from govt. technical committee

04 Nov, 2020 | 01:07 PM

Sri Lanka's COVID-19 tally reaches 11,744

04 Nov, 2020 | 10:17 AM

23rd COVID-19 death reported in SL

03 Nov, 2020 | 07:28 PM

272 new COVID-19 cases reported in Sri Lanka at 1830 hours (03rd Nov)

COVID-19 cases on the rise

03 Nov, 2020 | 06:53 PM

22nd COVID-19 death reported in Sri Lanka

03 Nov, 2020 | 02:50 PM

Isurupaya closed following detection of COVID-19 case

Isurupaya closed temporarily

03 Nov, 2020 | 02:06 PM

Contact Details of Hospitals in WP & Kurunegala

03 Nov, 2020 | 01:46 PM

Almost 100 whales saved in Sri Lanka's West Coast

03 Nov, 2020 | 10:07 AM

Quarantine Curfew Pass application for Industries (Available for Download)

Q/Curfew Pass application for industries

02 Nov, 2020 | 10:45 PM

Multiple areas in Kegalle & Kurunegala isolated

02 Nov, 2020 | 10:33 PM

Health Officials revise COVID-19 death toll

02 Nov, 2020 | 07:14 PM

(VIDEO) More than 100 whales beached on the Panadura Coast

Over 100 whales beached on the Panadura Coast

02 Nov, 2020 | 05:48 PM

164 new COVID-19 cases reported at 1700 hours on 02nd Nov.

COVID-19 cases on the rise

02 Nov, 2020 | 05:37 PM

Why was suicide victim added COVID-19 death toll?

02 Nov, 2020 | 05:11 PM

Two-day system to re-open grocery stores & pharmacies not practical

Two-day system to re-open shops not practical

02 Nov, 2020 | 01:26 PM

Suicide Victim tests positive for COVID-19

02 Nov, 2020 | 12:26 PM

'Work From Home' back for Western Province

02 Nov, 2020 | 09:32 AM

21st COVID-19 death reported in Sri Lanka

01 Nov, 2020 | 09:15 PM

193 new COVID-19 cases reported on 01st Nov. at 1630 hours

COVID-19 cases continue to rise in Sri Lanka

01 Nov, 2020 | 06:44 PM

Quarantine Curfew re-imposed for the W/Province

01 Nov, 2020 | 04:06 PM

Air Marshal Sumangala Dias promoted to the four star rank of Air Chief Marshal

Out-going Air Force Commander promoted

01 Nov, 2020 | 12:40 PM

1633 arrested in October for violating quarantine curfew

1633 arrested in Oct. for violating Q/Curfew

01 Nov, 2020 | 10:12 AM

102 new COVID-19 cases reported in Sri Lanka

31 Oct, 2020 | 09:54 PM

137 new COVID-19 cases reported in Sri Lanka (31st October 1830 hours)

COVID-19 cases continue to rise in Sri Lanka

31 Oct, 2020 | 06:41 PM

454 people who left the Western Province in Quarantine

454 people who left the W/Province Quarantined

31 Oct, 2020 | 05:20 PM

Current COVID-19 strain different to previous ones

31 Oct, 2020 | 02:41 PM

14-day Quarantine to people who left Western Province; legal action upon return

14-day Quarantine to people who left W/Province

31 Oct, 2020 | 12:02 PM

221 arrested in 24 hours for violating quarantine regulations

221 arrested in 24 hrs for violating curfew

31 Oct, 2020 | 11:48 AM

20th COVID-19 death reported in Sri Lanka

31 Oct, 2020 | 10:19 AM

Confirmed COVID-19 cases in SL pass 10,000 mark

30 Oct, 2020 | 07:34 PM

Legal action against Colpetty wedding party

30 Oct, 2020 | 05:36 PM

Beware of fake PHIs; warns Sri Lanka Police

30 Oct, 2020 | 04:05 PM

Special operation to trace people who fled Western Province

Operation to trace those who fled Western Province

30 Oct, 2020 | 11:00 AM

586 COVID-19 cases reported on Thursday (29)

30 Oct, 2020 | 10:29 AM

COVID-19 cases on the rise

29 Oct, 2020 | 07:11 PM

20 garbage filled containers to be repatriated

29 Oct, 2020 | 05:51 PM

Do not visit Nuwara Eliya during long weekend due to COVID-19

Do not visit Nuwara Eliya; District Secretary

29 Oct, 2020 | 03:08 PM

Southern Expressway restricted during curfew

29 Oct, 2020 | 02:14 PM

Parliament will only meet on 03rd Nov, next week due to COVID-19

Parliament sittings limited for next week

29 Oct, 2020 | 01:42 PM

Mano Ganesan withdraws signature from Duminda Silva’s release petition

Mano withdraws signature from petition

29 Oct, 2020 | 01:06 PM

SJB wants separate seating for 09 expelled MPs

29 Oct, 2020 | 12:49 PM

20th Amendment becomes the Law of the country

Speaker assents to 20th Amendment

29 Oct, 2020 | 12:17 PM

Restrictions imposed on all isolated villages in Kalutara, except for one, lifted

Restrictions eased in Kalutara

29 Oct, 2020 | 11:57 AM

335 COVID-19 cases on Wednesday

29 Oct, 2020 | 08:36 AM

211 new COVID-19 cases reported at 1900 hours on Wednesday (28)

COVID-19 cases on the rise

28 Oct, 2020 | 07:14 PM

Don’t leave Western Province before Quarantine Curfew is in effect

Don't leave WP before Quarantine Curfew

28 Oct, 2020 | 06:48 PM

Sri Lanka not in a debt trap; President

28 Oct, 2020 | 06:35 PM

‘AlienVsPredator’ : China hits back at Mike Pompeo’s comments

'AlienVsPredator' - China responds to US

28 Oct, 2020 | 04:03 PM

Pompeo calls China ‘Predator’, says US come as a friend and partner (VIDEO)

Mike Pompeo says China is a Predator

28 Oct, 2020 | 03:05 PM

Quarantine Curfew for the entire Western Province

28 Oct, 2020 | 01:59 PM

US Secretary of State meets President Rajapaksa

28 Oct, 2020 | 10:04 AM

April Attacks PCoI sessions postponed

28 Oct, 2020 | 08:39 AM

Curfew in three more police jurisdictions

27 Oct, 2020 | 09:46 PM

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo in Sri Lanka for official visit

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo in SL

27 Oct, 2020 | 07:41 PM

293 new COVID-19 cases reported on Tuesday (27) at 1800 hours

COVID-19 cases on the rise

27 Oct, 2020 | 06:24 PM

Bail rejected for Rishad Bathiudeen

27 Oct, 2020 | 04:02 PM

17th COVID-19 Death Reported in Sri Lanka

27 Oct, 2020 | 01:47 PM

Protest opposite US Embassy against Mike Pompeo’s visit

Protest against Mike Pompeo's visit to SL

27 Oct, 2020 | 10:33 AM

Pardon Duminda, Tamil political prisoners : Mano

27 Oct, 2020 | 09:07 AM

541 COVID-19 infections on Monday

27 Oct, 2020 | 08:41 AM

280 new COVID-19 cases reported

26 Oct, 2020 | 07:13 PM

Home Quarantine for COVID-19 close contacts

26 Oct, 2020 | 05:45 PM

Police & CPSTL join to disinfect public places

26 Oct, 2020 | 03:41 PM

10 cases from Lady Ridgeway Hospital for Children

26 Oct, 2020 | 03:15 PM

GMOA warns SL on verge of community spreading

26 Oct, 2020 | 11:29 AM

Transportation Services in Colombo restricted

26 Oct, 2020 | 10:27 AM

16th COVID-19 death reported in Sri Lanka

25 Oct, 2020 | 10:59 PM

348 COVID-19 cases reported

25 Oct, 2020 | 09:46 PM

Over 200 new COVID-19 cases reported from Minuwangoda & Peliyagoda clusters

Over 200 COVID-19 cases reported

25 Oct, 2020 | 07:01 PM

Counsel object naming Patali as respondent in Gammanpila’s complaint

Gammanpila's complaint examined at PCoI

25 Oct, 2020 | 04:04 PM

Food Outlets & Pharmacies to re-open in Gampaha

25 Oct, 2020 | 01:43 PM

Quarantine Curfew for multiple areas in Colombo

25 Oct, 2020 | 01:24 PM

Properly cooked fish do not carry the virus

25 Oct, 2020 | 11:32 AM

Important Notice to Public in Q/Curfew areas

25 Oct, 2020 | 05:20 AM

More than 4000 COVID-19 cases from Minuwangoda and Peliyagoda clusters

368 COVID-19 cases on Saturday (24)

25 Oct, 2020 | 03:37 AM

Curfew imposed in six police jurisdictions

24 Oct, 2020 | 09:39 PM

Curfew in Gothatuwa, Mulleriyawa from 7 pm today

24 Oct, 2020 | 03:25 PM

866 COVID-19 cases reported on Friday (23)

24 Oct, 2020 | 09:57 AM

Quarantine curfew imposed in Dematagoda, Maradana

23 Oct, 2020 | 09:46 PM

609 new COVID-19 cases reported today (23)

23 Oct, 2020 | 06:31 PM

Naseer Ahamad offered Rs.20/- for supporting 20A

23 Oct, 2020 | 05:57 PM

Diana Gamage defends decision to support 20A

23 Oct, 2020 | 05:38 PM

45 Custom Officers at Colombo Port Quarantined

23 Oct, 2020 | 03:54 PM

COVID-19 patient who escaped from hospital located

23 Oct, 2020 | 03:28 PM

AG directs police to conduct criminal inquiry on Aranthalawa Bhikku Massacre

Criminal Investigation on Aranthalawa Massacre

23 Oct, 2020 | 03:17 PM

Zaharan's wife testifies for the first time

23 Oct, 2020 | 12:13 PM

More than 400,000 PCR tests carried out so far

23 Oct, 2020 | 11:41 AM

COVID-19 patient escapes from Kosgama Hospital

23 Oct, 2020 | 11:20 AM

Beruwala Fisheries Harbour Closed

23 Oct, 2020 | 10:21 AM

More than 300 COVID-19 cases on Thursday; All from Minuwnagoda Cluster

Minuwangoda COVID-19 cluster grows

23 Oct, 2020 | 10:05 AM

20th Amendment to the Constitution passed in Parliament

20th Amendment Passed

22 Oct, 2020 | 09:37 PM

No islandwide curfew : Army Commander

22 Oct, 2020 | 09:34 PM

Second Reading on 20A passed

22 Oct, 2020 | 07:53 PM

14th COVID-19 death reported in Sri Lanka

22 Oct, 2020 | 06:34 PM

Sajith & Sabry exchange words over Death Sentence

22 Oct, 2020 | 06:23 PM

Driver’s license validity period extended by three months

Driver's license validity extended by three months

22 Oct, 2020 | 05:51 PM

If you visited the Peliyagoda Fish Market in the past 07 days, visit a PHI

Those who visited Peliyagoda Fish Market visit PHI

22 Oct, 2020 | 04:02 PM

50 new COVID-19 cases from Minuwangoda Cluster

22 Oct, 2020 | 03:35 PM

Quarantine Curfew for Kotahena

22 Oct, 2020 | 03:28 PM

Two Customs Inspectors tested positive for COVID-19

Two Customs Inspectors exposed to COVID-19

22 Oct, 2020 | 03:08 PM

Zaharan Hashim's wife at PCoI on April Attacks

22 Oct, 2020 | 12:32 PM

Rishad Bathiudeen comes to Parliament in PPE

22 Oct, 2020 | 12:04 PM

Clause in 20A regarding Dual Citizens will remain

22 Oct, 2020 | 11:47 AM

Leftist faction oppose amending Dual Citizenship

22 Oct, 2020 | 10:56 AM

Consular Services at Foreign Ministry Suspended

22 Oct, 2020 | 09:50 AM

Quarantine Curfew for multiple areas in Colombo

22 Oct, 2020 | 08:10 AM

Mike Pompeo to visit Sri Lanka

21 Oct, 2020 | 10:23 PM

Don’t make Mahinda Rajapaksa a peon; Sajith Premadasa tells Ali Sabry

Don't turn MR into a peon; Sajith tells Ali Sabry

21 Oct, 2020 | 05:31 PM

COVID-19 numbers in Sri Lanka on the rise, with 109 cases on Wednesday(21)

COVID-19 numbers in SL continue to rise

21 Oct, 2020 | 05:11 PM

Important things to know during Quarantine Curfew

21 Oct, 2020 | 04:36 PM

Quarantine Curfew for Gampaha District

21 Oct, 2020 | 01:47 PM

Peliyagoda Fish Market closed

21 Oct, 2020 | 12:14 PM

Indictments handed over to Patali

21 Oct, 2020 | 11:59 AM

Debate on 20th Amendment to the Constitution underway

Debate on 20th Amendment to Constitution

21 Oct, 2020 | 11:10 AM

SJB motorcade against 20A reaches Parliament

21 Oct, 2020 | 09:49 AM

186 COVID-19 cases were reported on Tuesday (20)

21 Oct, 2020 | 09:25 AM

Mother and Child test positive for COVID-19 at Lady Ridgeway Hospital

02 COVID-19 cases from Lady Ridgeway Hospital

20 Oct, 2020 | 05:40 PM

More hospitals to be allocated to treat COVID-19 cases

More hospitals to treat COVID-19 cases

20 Oct, 2020 | 04:02 PM

Parliament not a 'Public Place'; Health Minister

20 Oct, 2020 | 03:31 PM

60 new COVID-19 cases were reported from Minuwangoda cluster

Minuwangoda COVID-19 cluster grows

20 Oct, 2020 | 02:52 PM

Quarantine curfew for Kuliyapitiya and 04 other police areas

Quarantine curfew for 05 new police areas

20 Oct, 2020 | 02:43 PM

Madush's body to legally married wife;Court

20 Oct, 2020 | 02:06 PM

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo will be in Sri Lanka on 28th Oct.

Mike Pompeo to visit Sri Lanka

20 Oct, 2020 | 11:33 AM

Several articles in 20A inconsistent with constitution; SC determination

Some 20A articles inconsistent with constitution

20 Oct, 2020 | 10:40 AM

SC position on 20A to be presented to Parliament

20 Oct, 2020 | 09:39 AM

'Makandure Madush' killed in Maligawatte shootout

20 Oct, 2020 | 07:29 AM

More than 15,000 were aware of Zaharan’s plans of an attack; Ex-SIS Chief reveals it all

Over 15,000 were aware of Zaharan's attack plan

20 Oct, 2020 | 12:37 AM

Cabinet to introduce 03 new amendments to 20A

19 Oct, 2020 | 07:18 PM

40 new COVID-19 cases reported

19 Oct, 2020 | 07:06 PM

Groceries and Pharmacies in Quarantine Curfew areas to re-open

Groceries and Pharmacies to re-open

19 Oct, 2020 | 06:41 PM

Rishad Bathiudeen remanded

19 Oct, 2020 | 06:09 PM

AG told CID to have Rishad under surveillance

19 Oct, 2020 | 05:15 PM

07 people arrested for assisting Rishad Bathiudeen to evade arrest

07 arrested for harboring Rishad Bathiudeen

19 Oct, 2020 | 03:09 PM

47 new COVID-19 cases from Minuwangoda cluster

19 Oct, 2020 | 01:39 PM

Public Transport services suffer losses due to rise in COVID-19

Rs. 210 Mn loss for SLTB in October

19 Oct, 2020 | 01:12 PM

This week is crucial to prevent the spread of COVID-19, warns Army Commander

This week is crucial,warns Army Commander

19 Oct, 2020 | 12:09 PM

63 COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka on Sunday(18)

19 Oct, 2020 | 11:23 AM

Ayurveda introduces multiple herbal drugs to fight corona-virus

Ayurveda introduces herbal drugs against corona

19 Oct, 2020 | 11:04 AM

CBSL approves 61,907 Loans through COVID-19 Renaissance Facility

Rs. 178 billion worth loans approved

19 Oct, 2020 | 10:26 AM

Rishad Bathiudeen arrested

19 Oct, 2020 | 06:44 AM

16 officers from Police Post in Armor Street quarantined

Police Post in Armor Street disinfected

18 Oct, 2020 | 11:19 PM

Former IGP says there are undisclosed events surrounding 2019 Attacks

Startling Revelations at PCoI - 2019 April Attacks

18 Oct, 2020 | 11:09 PM

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

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

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