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

Written by Zulfick Farzan

29 Apr, 2020 | 6:29 pm

Written by Zulfick Farzan 29 Apr, 2020 | 6:29 pm

Colombo (News 1st); 226 sailors from the Sri Lanka Navy tested positive for COVID-19 and 147 of them were detected from the Welisara Naval Complex and the other 79 were sailors who had gone on leave.

Acting Chief of Defence Staff and Commander of the Sri Lanka Army, Lieutenant General Shavendra Silva said 184 people who associated the gallant sailors of the Sri Lanka Navy, who contracted the virus, were taken away to the Pompemadu Quarantine Facility.

He went on to note 69 people were taken away to the Damminna Quarantine Facility after several people from Narahenpita tested positive for COVID-19.

Accordingly, 3609 people are undergoing quarantine across 32 quarantine facilities operated by the Armed Forces.

The Army Commander said 4659 people were released from quarantine facilities operated by the Armed Forces, following the completion of the mandatory quarantine period.

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

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

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

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15 Sep, 2020 | 11:56 AM

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

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14 Sep, 2020 | 05:44 PM

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

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14 Sep, 2020 | 04:25 PM

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12 Sep, 2020 | 11:42 AM

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

MP Senaratne appear before PCoI probing April 21st attacks

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10 Sep, 2020 | 08:39 PM

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

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10 Sep, 2020 | 11:51 AM

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Anawilundawa Wetland Committee report tabled in Parliament

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09 Sep, 2020 | 11:00 AM

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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

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

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

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31 Aug, 2020 | 09:51 PM

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Anura Kumara questions purpose of creating State Ministers

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

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Quintuplets born at the De Soysa Hospital for Women

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

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Patali & others charged with 16 indictments

28 Aug, 2020 | 12:20 PM

Japan’s prime minister Shinzo Abe to resign due to his health

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

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Underworld gangster ‘Indra’ arrested for heroin possession

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

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More politicos to provide statements to PCoI

27 Aug, 2020 | 11:43 AM

Daljith Aluvihare suspended from functioning as the Mayor of Matale

Cabinet approves Vote On Account which will be presented to Parliament

Kurunegala Mayor and other suspects appear at Magistrate’s Court

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26 Aug, 2020 | 06:06 PM

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

Susil Premajayantha takes oath as State Minister

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7,058 people still in quarantine.

26 Aug, 2020 | 02:58 PM

Former CID Chief back at PCoI probing incidents of Political Victimization

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

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

Report on island-wide power failure to cabinet

26 Aug, 2020 | 08:03 AM

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

NEC Chief should retire before PC Polls; says Wimal Weerawansa

Municipal worker arrested for heroin possession further remanded

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25 Aug, 2020 | 01:32 PM

Interim Injunction issued preventing Kurunegala Mayor arrest

Secretaries to 35 State Ministries were appointed

Power-Cut committee report handed over to Minister Dullas Alahapperuma

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24 Aug, 2020 | 07:24 PM

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

Thalatha and Pujith at PCoI regarding 2012 Welikada Prison Riots

Rajitha and Hesha issued notice by PCoI

24 Aug, 2020 | 05:47 PM

19 mobile phones found buried in the Colombo Remand Prison grounds

Indian Court rejects bail for lawyer in Angoda Lokka murder investigation

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

Karu J says he is ready to lead the UNP

24 Aug, 2020 | 01:20 PM

No discussion regarding Deputy PM post; Minister G. L. Peiris

Police Special Task Force deployed for security at Prisons

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

CA extends order barring Kurunegala Mayor arrest

24 Aug, 2020 | 11:37 AM

03 drowning incidents reported in 24 hours; 02 people remain missing

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

12th COVID-19 death reported in Sri Lanka

23 Aug, 2020 | 06:47 AM

AG meets UNODC Sri Lanka Chief & other experts to discuss crimes affecting the region

Fallen Brave ‘Lions’ of Sri Lanka Sinha Regiment remembered

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

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22 Aug, 2020 | 05:37 PM

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

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

Karu J says shortcomings of 19A should be analyzed

21 Aug, 2020 | 06:24 PM

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

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

Petition against Homagama PS Chairman taken up

21 Aug, 2020 | 03:53 PM

Ranil Wickremesinghe issued summons by PCoI on Political Victimization

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

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21 Aug, 2020 | 10:40 AM

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

Mahela Jayawardena to chair National Sports Council

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Startling revelation at PCoI on April Attacks

20 Aug, 2020 | 06:08 PM

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

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20 Aug, 2020 | 02:55 PM

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

"Pillayan" escorted to Colombo

19 Aug, 2020 | 06:24 PM

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

Teacher arrested for sexually abusing 12 year old boy

Cabinet approves to abolish the 19th Amendment to the Constitution

Cabinet approves to abolish 19A

19 Aug, 2020 | 02:59 PM

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

AG returns more incomplete files on April Attacks to Acting IGP

STF Sub-Inspector arrested on drug trafficking charges

STF officer arrested on drug trafficking charges

19 Aug, 2020 | 11:35 AM

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

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

President tells to stop road work in Sinharaja;RDA

18 Aug, 2020 | 05:47 PM

01 hour daily power cut for 04 days ; CEB

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

15 prison officers interdicted in three months

18 Aug, 2020 | 03:12 PM

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

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

Drug trafficking PNB officers worked with big-time heroin traffickers

Drug trafficking PNB officers further remanded

18 Aug, 2020 | 01:33 PM

Chief Government Whip & Leader of the House appointed

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

Traffic Light network down following power-cut

17 Aug, 2020 | 05:14 PM

Island-wide Power Cut disrupts water supply to Colombo

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

Island-wide Power Cut

17 Aug, 2020 | 12:56 PM

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

List of graduates recruited to be published online today: PMD

Concerns raised over unauthorized construction of road in Sinharaja

Illegal road project in Sinharaja raises concerns

16 Aug, 2020 | 08:26 PM

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

50 drug networks operating in Western Province; Police

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

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16 Aug, 2020 | 11:38 AM

Synthetic Drugs valued at over Rs. 200 Million seized

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

No Police & Land Powers for Provincial Councils

14 Aug, 2020 | 07:05 PM

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

AG denies reports he approved MCC Compact Agreement

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

President to present policy statement on August 20

14 Aug, 2020 | 05:37 PM

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SriLankan Airlines clarifies temporary suspension of Shanghai service

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

Indian Cops approach SL Govt. on 'Angoda Lokka'

14 Aug, 2020 | 02:59 PM

Government’s 150,000 employment program to continue

Three New Secretaries appointed to Cabinet Ministries

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Startling revelation at PCoI on April Attacks

14 Aug, 2020 | 10:54 AM

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

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

25 New Ministry Secretaries Appointed

13 Aug, 2020 | 06:00 PM

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

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

Samagi Jana Balavegaya announces its National List

SJB National List Announced

13 Aug, 2020 | 02:51 PM

09-hour water cut on Saturday for Colombo 13,14 & 15

Manhunt underway to arrest apparel store looters

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

Navy Officer slams 'Yahapalana' Govt. at PCoI

12 Aug, 2020 | 07:23 PM

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

Mother & Son arrested for trafficking drugs in Pita-Kotte

Arrest Warrant against Kurunegala Mayor Suspended

12 Aug, 2020 | 04:07 PM

Malaka Silva granted bail by Kaduwela Magistrate’s Court

District Coordination Committee Heads appointed

New State Ministers Sworn-in; (Complete List)

12 Aug, 2020 | 12:08 PM

New Cabinet Ministers Sworn-in; (Complete List)

No Ministerial Portfolio for Maithripala Sirisena

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12 Aug, 2020 | 08:47 AM

Gunman working for ‘Angoda Lokka’ shot dead by police

Malaka Silva arrested for threatening a businessman with death

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

Ranil,Ruwan & Sagala to appear at PCoI Police Unit

11 Aug, 2020 | 06:03 PM

Wanted Kurunegala Mayor files petition with Court of Appeal

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

Wide manhunt underway to locate & arrest Kurunegala Mayor

6 Police teams deployed to arrest Kurunegala Mayor

11 Aug, 2020 | 02:09 PM

Mahinda Rajapaksa assumes duties as Prime Minister

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

28 cabinet & 40 state ministries established

10 Aug, 2020 | 06:31 PM

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

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

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

Kurunegala Mayor barred from leaving Sri Lanka

10 Aug, 2020 | 01:51 PM

All Government schools re-opened: Ministry of Education

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

Parliament : A family affair?

08 Aug, 2020 | 10:09 PM

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

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

15ft high new fence at Welikada Prison

08 Aug, 2020 | 04:48 PM

SLPP announces its National List Parliamentarians

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

FR by Rishad Bathiudeen seeking to prevent his arrest, dismissed

SC dismisses Rishad's FR Petition

07 Aug, 2020 | 03:22 PM

NEC releases list of elected candidates

First official result of parliamentary election released

AG directs Acting IGP to arrest Kurunegala Mayor and 04 others

AG directs to arrest Kurunegala Mayor & 04 others

06 Aug, 2020 | 12:57 PM

Counting of votes for parliamentary election begins

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

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

Results to be released on Thursday Afternoon

05 Aug, 2020 | 07:36 PM

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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?

Sampayo and three others remanded to 18th August

04 Aug, 2020 | 07:00 PM

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

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

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

Indian Police probing "Angoda Lokka"s death

04 Aug, 2020 | 02:05 PM

Special Protection for Prison Officers – Department of Prisons

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

New Parliament to meet on 20th of August 2020

04 Aug, 2020 | 01:06 AM

Sri Lanka’s human rights chief resigns

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

"Angoda Lokka" surfaced in India in 2018

03 Aug, 2020 | 05:19 PM

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

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

Coimbatore Police says investigations revealed “ANGODA LOKKA” is dead

Coimbatore Police says “ANGODA LOKKA” is dead

03 Aug, 2020 | 07:48 AM

Anurudhdha Sampayo claims he is being framed and wants President and PM to save him

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Anti-India protesters say talks with PM a success

02 Aug, 2020 | 11:37 AM

Election campaign activities prohibited from midnight today: NEC

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

Smart Elephants prove electric fence isn't working

01 Aug, 2020 | 03:30 PM

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

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.

Prison Officers forced to bribe to save their jobs

01 Aug, 2020 | 02:02 AM

AG files indictment against Rajitha on White Van Abduction Press Conference case

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

STF arrests suspect with 23kg of heroin in Wellampitiya

23kg of heroin seized in Wellampitiya

31 Jul, 2020 | 06:11 PM

Evidence Examination on “Lith” case against Basil fixed for December

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

SSP Shani Abeysekara arrested over firearms related incident

Ex-CID Chief Arrested

31 Jul, 2020 | 09:13 AM

Individual sentenced to death over 2001 abduction and murder

Lankapura Divisional Secretariat staffer tests positive for COVID-19

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

AG wants IGP to explain failure to enforce warrant

30 Jul, 2020 | 11:19 AM

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

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

SLC Vice President quits post; criticizes administration

SLC Vice President Mathivanan quits post

29 Jul, 2020 | 01:54 PM

Record 175 COVID-19 patients recover on Tuesday

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

Court orders handover of documents on demolished archaeological site

Court orders handover of docs on Kurunegala site

28 Jul, 2020 | 04:01 PM

Petition filed seeking Kurunegala Mayor arrest for building demolition

Confirmed COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka rises to 2805

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

Migrant Workers Tear Gassed in Jordan

28 Jul, 2020 | 12:50 AM

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

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

Advanced Voting program will not go ahead : NEC

27 Jul, 2020 | 02:06 PM

PCoI agrees not to summon three witnesses until petitions are heard

Ravi Karunanayake and Rishad Bathiudeen at CID to provide statements

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

Kurunegala archaeology site's report to Acting IGP

27 Jul, 2020 | 11:11 AM

Grades 11, 12 and 13 resume academic activities

Ancient structure in Medirigiriya on the brink of destruction

IDH COVID-19 escapee returned to Kandakadu

26 Jul, 2020 | 12:22 PM

Drug traffickers arrested with 5,600 narcotic pills at a five-star hotel

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

Draft Circular Instructions for PHIs contrary to law; AG

PHI Draft Circular Instructions contrary to law

25 Jul, 2020 | 02:35 PM

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

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

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

Water cut for several areas in Colombo on Saturday

24 Jul, 2020 | 04:19 PM

Suspected COVID-19 escapee from IDH located

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

List of 94 NTJ suspects given to IGP in 2017

24 Jul, 2020 | 12:09 AM

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

Kurunegala MC prohibits entry to demolished archaeological site

AG obtains court order to protect demolished Kurunegala archaeology site

AG obtained court order on archaeology site

23 Jul, 2020 | 02:27 PM

Water Cut for multiple areas in Western Province from Thursday night

Sri Lanka’s COVID-19 infections reach 2752

AG advises Acting IGP to expedite investigation into archaeological site demolition

AG tells AIGP to expedite Kurunegala inquiry

22 Jul, 2020 | 05:04 PM

Legal action proposed by committee probing archaeological site demolition

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

ETI & Swarnamahal Finance depositors to be compensated : CBSL

ETI & Swarnamahal depositors to be compensated

22 Jul, 2020 | 11:58 AM

Zero COVID-19 cases reported in the past 24 hours

Additional Days declared for Postal Voting

Hajj will be celebrated on 01st August

22 Jul, 2020 | 12:41 AM

Witness tells PCoI, 2019 April Attacks suspect reportedly fled to India

Drug trafficking PNB officers received armed protection; Prosecution tells Court

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

Rishad ordered to appear at CID

21 Jul, 2020 | 05:42 PM

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

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

08 hour water cut for Battaramulla and surrounding areas on Thursday

08 hour water cut for Battaramulla on Thursday

21 Jul, 2020 | 11:33 AM

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

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

Landslide early warnings issued for multiple districts

Landslide early warnings issued for multiple areas

20 Jul, 2020 | 12:20 PM

Grade 05 & A/L examination dates announced

Weather alert : Heavy rainfall across the island

Concerns raised on delay in publishing quarterly economic growth rate

Concerns over delay in publishing growth rate

19 Jul, 2020 | 10:04 PM

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

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

556 positive COVID-19 cases from Kandakadu cluster

19 Jul, 2020 | 09:30 AM

PHIs withdraw from disease control activities citing lack of power

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

Over 6000 PCR tests for Kandakadu COVID-19 cluster

18 Jul, 2020 | 11:12 AM

Extraordinary Gazette on “COVID-19 Elections Regulations” issued

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

What will happen to ECT ?

17 Jul, 2020 | 07:22 PM

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

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

COVID (Elections) Regulations 2020 approved by AG

17 Jul, 2020 | 12:42 PM

PHIs step away from COVID-19 control duties

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

Visitors of T&R Kandakadu NEGATIVE for COVID-19

17 Jul, 2020 | 09:53 AM

CID to investigate false propaganda on COVID-19

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

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

Tensions in Angulana over death in police shootout

16 Jul, 2020 | 09:27 PM

Key suspect in Thajudeen homicide case dead; another seriously ill

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

New CBSL Monetary Board members appointed

16 Jul, 2020 | 11:20 AM

Sri Lanka suspends expat repatriation; furore over decision

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

Relief for Electricity Consumers

15 Jul, 2020 | 03:46 PM

Don’t use children in candidate promotional campaigns : NEC

New Navy Commander meets President Rajapaksa

Vice Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenne appointed as new Sri Lanka Navy Commander

Navy Commander appointed

15 Jul, 2020 | 10:48 AM

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

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

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

06 Police teams deployed to arrest truck driver

14 Jul, 2020 | 02:21 PM

Total COVID-19 cases rise to 2,646

Movement in several areas in Rajanganaya restricted

Elections Chief says there is no decision to postpone polls

Elections Chief says no decision to postpone polls

13 Jul, 2020 | 06:17 PM

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

IP arrested for concealing evidence on Sainthamaruthu blast

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

Total COVID-19 cases at 2617: Health Ministry

13 Jul, 2020 | 10:00 AM

2020 Postal voting begins: NEC

Government School Holiday from 13th to 17th July

Schools will be closed if situation gets worse

12 Jul, 2020 | 03:00 PM

Major SLPP Election rallies postponed indefinitely

Rumours of Govt. Holiday are false

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

02nd Kandakadu Counsellor positive for COVID-19

11 Jul, 2020 | 05:20 PM

Police urged to probe manhandling incident of journalist at court complex

(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

Drunk driver shot dead for hurling a stone at Cop

11 Jul, 2020 | 11:42 AM

Kandakadu is new COVID-19 cluster; warns GMOA

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

Indictments filed against Patali regarding 2016 Rajagiriya accident

Indictments against Patali regarding 2016 accident

10 Jul, 2020 | 04:50 PM

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

(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

04 Defendants in RADA case released

10 Jul, 2020 | 12:02 PM

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

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

Managala hopes to become President one-day

09 Jul, 2020 | 06:10 PM

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

Only candidate’s vehicle can display promotional material : NEC

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

25% reduction for March & April Electricity bills

09 Jul, 2020 | 12:26 PM

Green light given to purchase 04 used helicopters for SLAF Training

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

2094 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka

09 Jul, 2020 | 12:32 AM

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

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

Government to bear a portion of electricity bills

08 Jul, 2020 | 05:39 PM

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

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

PNB constable ring leader of drug operations

08 Jul, 2020 | 11:04 AM

PNB’s narcotic stocks to be inspected: SL Police

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

07 Jul, 2020 | 04:10 PM

38 more incomplete 21/04 investigation files returned to Police

Welikada Prison out of bounds for visitors until further notice

174 Inmates from Welikada Prison subject to PCR tests

174 Inmates from Welikada subject to PCR tests

07 Jul, 2020 | 02:38 PM

CA suspends enforcing Bond Scam warrants against Ravi K & others

Welikada Inmate tests positive for COVID-19

Outcry over illegal land take-over resulting in water contamination

Circular 05/2001 should remain; Activists

06 Jul, 2020 | 10:21 PM

2020 Parliamentary Election Polling Hours Extended

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

06 Sri Lankan fishermen rescued from sinking boat

06 Jul, 2020 | 03:14 PM

PTL suspension extended by Central Bank

Kusal Mendis granted bail by Panadura Magistrate’s Court

Academic activities resume at schools today

06 Jul, 2020 | 07:46 AM

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

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

Karuna Amman says he formed the TNA

03 Jul, 2020 | 05:29 PM

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

SIU will no longer summon cricketers to record statements

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

Mahela dismisses claims on unverified reports

03 Jul, 2020 | 12:40 PM

Mahela Inquiry Postponed: Public furious over Sanga being quizzed

Jinthupitiya COVID-19 patient NOT a case of community transmission

Cabinet proposes Forest Land for economic purpose

02 Jul, 2020 | 05:59 PM

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

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

Another mobile phone discovered from Kanchipani Imran’s prison cell

STF discovers another mobile from Boossa Prison

02 Jul, 2020 | 01:29 PM

TUFF bargaining with government at present; says Karuna Amman

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

Another weapons cache discovered from Homagama

01 Jul, 2020 | 06:46 PM

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

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

122 weapons seized in 24 days

01 Jul, 2020 | 12:36 PM

Upul Tharanga provides statement to investigators on 2011 CWC match-fixing claims

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

Sri Lanka must increase testing : GMOA

30 Jun, 2020 | 06:26 PM

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

Foreign Minister briefs US Secretary of State on MCC Review Report

CID leading investigation on discovery of Assault Rifles from Homagama

CID leading probe on Assault Rifle discovery

30 Jun, 2020 | 12:16 PM

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

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

UNP Denies MCC Committee Report Allegations

29 Jun, 2020 | 05:28 PM

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

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

Credit Guarantee Scheme for Businesses: CBSL

29 Jun, 2020 | 09:41 AM

Total COVID-19 cases at 2037: recoveries at 1661

Island-wide curfew lifted completely

Police crack whip on those without masks

27 Jun, 2020 | 12:02 PM

UNHRC calls for an investigation on ‘Karuna Amman’

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

AKD leaves PCoI without testifying

26 Jun, 2020 | 07:41 PM

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

MCC grant monies were never transferred to or spent by GoSL

Court issues warning on Welikada Prison Riot case suspects

Court issues warning on Welikada Riots suspects

26 Jun, 2020 | 04:06 PM

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

Total COVID-19 cases in SL increase to 2010

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

Prime Minister Khan phones President Rajapaksa

25 Jun, 2020 | 07:55 PM

MCC contains harmful elements; Review Committee

“Karuna Amman” leaves CID after giving 07 hour statement

Weerawansa threatens to split from Govt. if MCC is signed

Weerawansa threatens to split if MCC is signed

25 Jun, 2020 | 04:38 PM

Petition filed seeking Karuna Amman’s arrest

SriLankan Airlines converts passenger aircraft to full freighter (PICTURES)

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

25 Jun, 2020 | 10:53 AM

MCC Review Committee Final Report Given To Prime Minister

Special Team of Detectives Investigating Karuna Amman’s Statement

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

Indictments to be filed against Patali Champika

24 Jun, 2020 | 12:16 PM

Verdict on Wilpattu case against Rishad Bathiudeen on 31st July

Showery condition expected to enhance – Met Department

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

COI is not a judicial tribunal : AG

23 Jun, 2020 | 07:02 PM

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

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

Lock-down on Welisara Naval Complex lifted

23 Jun, 2020 | 12:16 PM

47,430 postal voting applications rejected by NEC

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

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

Senathipathi has no legal standing at COI : AG

22 Jun, 2020 | 07:21 PM

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

Karuna Amman summoned to the CID to record a statement

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

GoSL still reviewing MCC; says US Embassy

22 Jun, 2020 | 03:56 PM

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

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

02 Prison Officers Interdicted

21 Jun, 2020 | 04:41 PM

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

Action to be taken against premises conducive for dengue breeding

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

AG says existing prison system is a failure

19 Jun, 2020 | 02:27 PM

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

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

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

Sanga tells Ex-Minister to produce evidence to ICC

18 Jun, 2020 | 03:54 PM

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

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

Kanchipani Imran's father attacked

17 Jun, 2020 | 08:28 PM

JVP Leader ready to work with Frontline Socialists (VIDEO)

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

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

17 Jun, 2020 | 01:14 PM

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

Total confirmed COVID-19 cases at 1915

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

President slams CBSL for obstructing proposals

16 Jun, 2020 | 06:20 PM

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

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 changes name to Arjan Alexander

16 Jun, 2020 | 12:10 PM

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

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

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

Engraved bullets left at Boossa Jailor's door-step

15 Jun, 2020 | 05:34 PM

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

Two Indian High Commission Officials In Islamabad Missing: Reports

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

National Parks re-opened for visitors

15 Jun, 2020 | 12:49 PM

Defender Driver who caused accident killing SIS Officer, remanded

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

Fire erupts at Public Market building in Kegalle

Fire erupts at Central Market in Kegalle

14 Jun, 2020 | 05:34 PM

UPDATE : Police to probe accident which killed intelligence officer

President orders clampdown on seizing vehicles by leasing firms

Daily curfew amended from 12 midnight to 4 AM: PMD

Curfew update

13 Jun, 2020 | 12:54 PM

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

President orders Police to stop leasing companies from seizing vehicles

Vasudeva condemns use of force against FSP protest in Colombo

Vasudeva condemns police use of force on protests

12 Jun, 2020 | 05:54 PM

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

08 people test positive for COVID-19 on Thursday

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

Sec. Def. refutes militarization claims

11 Jun, 2020 | 06:06 PM

Sunil Jayawardena murder suspects remanded; Investigations continue

“Hospital Heist” doctor remanded until 24th June

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

Cabinet decides not to use force against protests

11 Jun, 2020 | 12:30 PM

Trade Union leader beaten to death

Sri Lanka’s parliamentary elections fixed for August 5

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

10 Jun, 2020 | 02:07 PM

Former Minister Rajitha Senaratne who was remanded, released on bail

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)

Commandant of the Police STF transferred to Trinco

10 Jun, 2020 | 08:28 AM

COVID-19: Two new cases reported. Total increases to 1859

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

Do not cast your vote for me - Mangala S

09 Jun, 2020 | 05:24 PM

School holiday to end on June 29

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

No Political Activity at Govt. bodies during polls

08 Jun, 2020 | 06:02 PM

Validity of all types of VISA extended for a period of 30 days from 11th June

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

Trial Election in Ambalangoda concludes

07 Jun, 2020 | 09:45 PM

Environment minister warns tough action against environment polluters

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

1091 arrested for violating curfew

06 Jun, 2020 | 11:16 AM

Showery condition expected to enhance – Met Department

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

Justice prevails in disciplined society: President

05 Jun, 2020 | 08:40 AM

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

Cabinet decision on driver’s licence

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

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

04 Jun, 2020 | 10:46 AM

Island-wide curfew until Saturday morning

A special 4 day dengue eradication program

Thushara Upuldeniya appointed as acting commissioner general of prisons

New acting prisons chief appointed

03 Jun, 2020 | 06:58 PM

Election date to be decided on June 8 : Polls Chief

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’

Task Force to build a Secure Country appointed

03 Jun, 2020 | 11:05 AM

SC refuses to grant leave to proceed for all FR petitions

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

UPDATE: COVID-19 cases rise to 1643

02 Jun, 2020 | 09:09 AM

President orders stern action against people spreading Dengue

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.

Order of the SC to be delivered tomorrow

01 Jun, 2020 | 05:51 PM

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

Sri Lanka registers its 11th COVID-19 death

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

Kurunegala farms attacked by locusts

31 May, 2020 | 02:54 PM

No data breach occured in cyber-attack attempts – SLCERT

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

Approximately 42,000 anticipate repatriation to SL

30 May, 2020 | 03:16 PM

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

Sri Lanka’s COVID-19 cases rise to 1548

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

Bandula willing to beg for Homagama Stadium funds

29 May, 2020 | 06:42 PM

Sri Lanka blames Kuwait for violating the International Regulations of Health

Rare Black Leopard recently rescued from a snare dies

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

Gaffor Building temporarily acquired by Navy

29 May, 2020 | 11:14 AM

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

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

Navy Ambulance Driver tests positive for COVID-19

28 May, 2020 | 05:58 PM

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

13 COVID-19 patients recover

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

Island-wide curfew on Sunday & Poson Poya

28 May, 2020 | 12:44 PM

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

Cabinet approval granted to import another 2500 dairy heifers from Australia

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

28 May, 2020 | 10:18 AM

Prevailing showery condition expected to enhance further

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

150 people test positive for COVID-19

28 May, 2020 | 12:22 AM

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

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

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

PCR tests carried out on all arrivals

27 May, 2020 | 11:01 AM

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

Ceylon Workers Congress Leader and Minister Arumugam Thondaman passed away

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

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

26 May, 2020 | 07:01 PM

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

275 Sri Lankan expatriates stranded in Qatar to be repatriated soon

Rare Black Leopard trapped in a Snare

26 May, 2020 | 01:37 PM

Fire in Wellampitiya

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

Island-wide curfew to be relaxed tomorrow

25 May, 2020 | 10:17 PM

41 people test positive for COVID-19 – Total confirmed cases at 1,182

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

CSE extends trading hours

25 May, 2020 | 02:32 PM

Curfew in Colombo to be lifted after 2 months: Island-wide curfew from 10 pm to 4 am.

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

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

Govt. comments on the 35 Seychelles nationals

24 May, 2020 | 05:44 PM

10 districts at High Risk of Dengue: National Dengue Eradication Unit

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

23 May, 2020 | 02:38 PM

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

Island-wide curfew in effect from 8 tonight

Stranded Sri Lankans in Russia arrive at the BIA

23 May, 2020 | 09:29 AM

Eleven senior Police Officers transferred

PM’s meeting with former MP’s gets underway

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

Update on leaving homes based on the NIC no.

03 May, 2020 | 09:52 PM

UNP to boycott meeting with the Prime Minister

Restrictions on Akurana, Beruwala areas relaxed

Inmate dies after failed jail break attempt

03 May, 2020 | 09:53 AM

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

More than 4600 undergoing quarantine across 35 military operated facilities

SriLankan Airlines to operate repatriation flights to UK and Australia

UL to operate special flights to UK & Australia

02 May, 2020 | 04:03 PM

JVP, SJB will not attend PM meeting

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

Curfew in four high risk districts extended until May 11

Curfew in four districts extended until May 11

01 May, 2020 | 09:04 PM

Sri Lanka hikes special commodity levy on big onions

Multiple agencies investigating FB videos of children threatening each other

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

09 people tested positive for COVID-19 on Friday

01 May, 2020 | 06:27 PM

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

UPDATE: TOTAL COVID-19 CASES RISE TO 668

Confirmed COVID-19 cases rise to 663 Health Ministry

Update: COVID-19 cases rise to 663

30 Apr, 2020 | 08:23 PM

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

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

PM invites former MPs for a meeting

30 Apr, 2020 | 12:58 PM

Renowned Bollywood actor Rishi Kapoor dies aged 67

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

National Election Commission to convene on Saturday

National Election Commission to convene on 2nd May

30 Apr, 2020 | 11:15 AM

Sri Lanka’s COVID-19 infections rises to 649

Sri Lanka declares island-wide curfew from tomorrow

Drug addicts in Colombo ordered to self quarantine

29 Apr, 2020 | 06:59 PM

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

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

MOH and 09 PHIs tested negative for COVID-19

MOH and 09 PHIs move into self-quarantine

29 Apr, 2020 | 04:21 PM

Bollywood actor Irrfan Khan dead at 53

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

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

206 sailors & contacts contracted the Coronavirus

28 Apr, 2020 | 05:39 PM

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

COVID-19 positive cases and recoveries on the rise

Pregnant women must make prior appointments before attending clinics

Pregnant women must be alert to certain symptoms

28 Apr, 2020 | 10:13 AM

Covid-19 cases detected from Havelock Lane & Torrington

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

Special Presidential Task Force appointed

27 Apr, 2020 | 07:31 PM

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

Schools will not be used as quarantine facilities

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

03 Universities to start PCR testing in SL

27 Apr, 2020 | 06:11 PM

180 Sri Lanka Navy personnel tested positive for COVID-19

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

Sri Lanka Army replaces Police to maintain external security of Parliament

Army takes over external security of Parliament

27 Apr, 2020 | 03:58 PM

O/L Results released online

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

O/L Examination results to be released today

27 Apr, 2020 | 01:39 PM

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

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

Saudi Arabia to end executions for crimes committed by minors

Saudi to ban death penalty on minors

27 Apr, 2020 | 11:10 AM

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

Rainfall over the island likely to enhance today: Met Department

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

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

27 Apr, 2020 | 12:54 AM

Sri Lanka records more than 500 COVID-19 cases

Island-wide police curfew tomorrow

95 sailors from Welisara tested positive for COVID-19

95 sailors in total tested positive for COVID-19

26 Apr, 2020 | 06:54 PM

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

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

5 more tested positive for COVID-19

26 Apr, 2020 | 02:48 PM

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

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

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

O/L Exam results to be released within two days

26 Apr, 2020 | 10:41 AM

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

13 more people test positive for COVID-19

Curfew extended until 4th May for 4 districts

UPDATE: CURFEW EXTENDED UNTIL 4TH MAY

25 Apr, 2020 | 05:58 PM

Sri Lanka hits out at Fitch for downgrading ranking

SriLankan Airlines’ scheduled flight suspension extended till May 15

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

420 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka

25 Apr, 2020 | 10:40 AM

COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka increases to 416

World Bank projects 19% decline in remittance for Sri Lanka

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

Welisara Camp infections increase to 60

24 Apr, 2020 | 06:03 PM

Six more COVID-19 infections reported in Sri Lanka

Attorney General seeks permission to re-enter department premises

4000 sailors and their families quarantine at Welisara Navy Camp

Welisara Camp sailors recalled

24 Apr, 2020 | 03:16 PM

Sri Lankan child infected with COVID-19 in Maldives

Treasury goes online with lockdown

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

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

24 Apr, 2020 | 12:31 PM

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

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

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

30 sailors test positive from Welisara

23 Apr, 2020 | 11:52 PM

News1st condemns attack on Indian journalist Arnab Goswami

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

Sri Lanka's COVID-19 infections rises to 335

23 Apr, 2020 | 04:17 PM

101 Sri Lankan students airlifted from Amritsar, India

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

No need to seek foreign military assistance, defence secretary says

No need help from foreign military : Defense Sec.

22 Apr, 2020 | 10:34 PM

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

General election candidates barred from relief activities

Sri Lanka reports 11 more COVID-19 infections

22 Apr, 2020 | 01:56 PM

India refutes reports of dispatching army team to Sri Lanka

2696 people continue to remain in quarantine facilities

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

New tax should be paid before the 15th every month

22 Apr, 2020 | 09:53 AM

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

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

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

COVID-19 cases in SL rises to 310

21 Apr, 2020 | 05:59 PM

149 people released from quarantine facilities; 4348 released thus far

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

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

Special flights to bring back stranded students

21 Apr, 2020 | 12:31 PM

603 people arrested for violating Curfew-SL Police

Bandaranaike Mw. placed under lock down : Chief MOH

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

More than 200 families to be sent for quarantine

21 Apr, 2020 | 11:33 AM

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

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

Extraordinary Gazette declaring the General Election has been issued

June 20th Election Gazette Issued

20 Apr, 2020 | 11:37 PM

General election to be held on June 20

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

Licences of buses which violated health guidelines to be suspended

Action against buses violating health guidelines

20 Apr, 2020 | 03:14 PM

Former MP Ramanayake granted bail

Prof. Hoole objects proposal to conduct poll on May 28

Sri Lanka reports 15 new infections of COVID – 19

15 patients test positive for COVID-19

19 Apr, 2020 | 05:37 PM

Bus Terminals and Train Stations disinfected

02 more people test positive for Corona Virus in Sri Lanka

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

Liquor stores to be open when curfew is lifted

19 Apr, 2020 | 01:53 PM

Leopard dies after being rescued in Maskeliya

Sri Lanka imposes import restrictions amidst foreign exchange crisis

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

Government revises curfew regulations

18 Apr, 2020 | 06:38 PM

EXCLUSIVE : Four new species of Beetles identified in Sri Lanka

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

Intelligence units to trace contacts of COVID – 19 patients

Intel units to trace contacts of COVID-19 patients

18 Apr, 2020 | 01:22 PM

5000 buses, 400 trains for public transport from Monday

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

Surgeries won't be suspended at hospitals

18 Apr, 2020 | 09:45 AM

77 people have thus far recovered from COVID-19

Govt. introduces option of settling PAYE taxes through employers

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

IMF to study SL's request for RCF

17 Apr, 2020 | 01:59 PM

COVID-19 recoveries in Sri Lanka rises to 70

Manning Market to remain closed for another week

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

40 more people sent to quarantine

17 Apr, 2020 | 07:59 AM

No Parking Fee in Colombo during curfew period ; CMC

Special Commodity Levy on imported fruits to be hiked

UPDATE: Former minister Rishad Bathiudeen leaves CID

UPDATE: Ex-minister Rishad Bathiudeen leaves CID

16 Apr, 2020 | 12:34 PM

Corona virus patients now mostly from quarantine camps

SIU investigating internal setbacks in previous 21/4 investigation

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

UN urges govt. to revise cremation regulations

14 Apr, 2020 | 10:10 PM

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

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

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

Twitter lifts suspension on Chinese Embassy handle

14 Apr, 2020 | 12:32 PM

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

India extended “Lockdown” till May 3

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

UPDATE:Suspension on Chinese Embassy handle lifted

13 Apr, 2020 | 03:50 PM

Sri Lanka’s unemployment rate rises to 4.8 percent

Work from home period extended

Govt. increases Special Commodity Levy on Palm Oil

12 Apr, 2020 | 07:59 PM

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

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

Bodies of deceased due to COVID – 19 to be cremated

Bodies of COVID - 19 victims to be cremated

12 Apr, 2020 | 02:01 PM

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

Curfew for 19 districts extended to 16th April

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

Tight Security in Ja-Ela after 06 test positive

11 Apr, 2020 | 06:30 PM

Fisheries Department constructs laboratory to detect COVID-19 patients

198th confirmed COVID-19 case reported in Sri Lanka

Senior DIG and several other ranks transferred : Police HQ

Central Province Senior DIG moved to Colombo

11 Apr, 2020 | 05:08 PM

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

Remandees charged under three categories not entitled to receive bail

Navy prohibits migrant boats from entering Sri Lankan waters

Migrant boats will be turned back - SL Navy

11 Apr, 2020 | 12:29 PM

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

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

Mandatory to wear a face mask when travelling

11 Apr, 2020 | 10:57 AM

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

Pharmacies to be kept open in certain areas

1455 remain in quarantine across 12 quarantine facilities

23 Self quarantine violators moved to Oluvil

10 Apr, 2020 | 07:25 PM

Promoting the distillation of spirits at home will lead to prosecution

Ex-Local Government Politician remanded for violating curfew laws

British HC requests British tourists to leave Sri Lanka

British HC requests British tourists to leave SL

10 Apr, 2020 | 02:51 PM

Rice Mill operations declared as an essential service

50 patients recover from COVID – 19 in Sri Lanka

Three stranded Sri Lankans return to the country

10 Apr, 2020 | 12:16 PM

1311 people continue to remain in quarantine facilities in SL

Village in Mannar placed under isolation after COVID-19 movement

Special commodity levy on palm oil to be increased

09 Apr, 2020 | 11:54 PM

Sri Lanka’s COVID – 19 count hits 190

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

EU announces 22 million euro grant to Sri Lanka

09 Apr, 2020 | 01:50 PM

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

Three more recover from COVID – 19

Term of PCoI probing ETI Finance extended

President extends term of PCoI probing ETI Finance

09 Apr, 2020 | 12:39 PM

Curfew in Ratnapura, Pelmadulla police divisions until further notice

Sri Lanka reports seventh death due to COVID-19

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

Update on curfew in 19 districts

08 Apr, 2020 | 05:02 PM

Sri Lanka’s COVID – 19 count reaches 186

Rupee plummets against the US dollar

2014 migrant tragedy video falsely linked to COVID-19

COVID-19 video, revealed as 2014 Migrant Tragedy

08 Apr, 2020 | 11:47 AM

PHI union requests safe mechanism to transport people back to hometowns

More than 1800 curfew violators arrested

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

Public requested to remain at home : PM Rajapaksa

07 Apr, 2020 | 10:00 PM

Sri Lanka’s COVID – 19 cases rises to 185

Sri Lanka’s COVID – 19 cases reaches 183

Sri Lanka to step up COVID - 19 testing

07 Apr, 2020 | 02:09 PM

Sri Lanka confirms sixth COVID-19 death

Eight hour water cut in several areas

UK PM Boris Johnson moved to intensive care

07 Apr, 2020 | 01:14 AM

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

Sick German woman aboard cruise ship taken to Colombo General Hospital

Sri Lanka's rupee slide continues

06 Apr, 2020 | 12:23 PM

Hotlines for free counselling services

Sri Lankan aboard cruise ship brought back to the country

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

05 Apr, 2020 | 09:00 PM

Sri Lanka’s COVID-19 cases rises to 167

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

More than 1000 people arrested for violating the curfew

1245 people arrested for curfew violations

05 Apr, 2020 | 08:53 AM

Hotlines launched for plumbing, electrical services

44 year old dies at Welikanda Hospital from COVID-19

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

03 Apr, 2020 | 10:11 PM

Central bank unexpectedly cut key policy rates on Friday

Udayanga Weerathunga granted bail

World Bank approves loan worth USD 128.6 mn to Sri Lanka

World Bank approves loan worth USD 128.6 mn to SL

03 Apr, 2020 | 10:50 AM

Sri Lanka reports fourth death due to COVID – 19

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

COVID - 19 cases in Sri Lanka rises upto 148

02 Apr, 2020 | 11:39 AM

Third COVID-19 death reported in SL

COVID – 19 patients in SL rises upto 146

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

Returnees asked to contact Police before 12 noon

01 Apr, 2020 | 11:05 AM

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

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

COVID - 19 cases rises upto 142

31 Mar, 2020 | 08:09 PM

UPDATE: Ten more patients test positive for COVID 19

Service providers requested not to disconnect phone connections for delayed payment

Two more COVID-19 cases recover completely

31 Mar, 2020 | 12:38 PM

Police to be stern on curfew violators

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

Second death reported due to COVID – 19 in Sri Lanka

Second death reported due to COVID - 19 in SL

30 Mar, 2020 | 06:47 PM

Update: COVID-19 cases increase to 122

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

Movement in and out of Akurana restricted

29 Mar, 2020 | 08:37 AM

First COVID – 19 death in Sri Lanka

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

Sri Lankan living in Switzerland dies from COVID19

27 Mar, 2020 | 10:12 AM

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

9 hour water cut in Colombo- NWSDB

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

26 Mar, 2020 | 09:01 AM

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

One group re-directed to quarantine facility

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

Govt. identifies high risk zones for COVID - 19

24 Mar, 2020 | 02:12 PM

President announces relief measures to the people amid COVID-19

BREAKING : Updated curfew regulations

Curfew lifted for certain areas

23 Mar, 2020 | 09:38 AM

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

Govt. decides not to allow anyone into the country

CSE declares two-day market holiday

22 Mar, 2020 | 03:13 PM

Passenger flights, cruise ships barred from entering the country

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

Total no. of Covid-19 cases rises to 77

21 Mar, 2020 | 05:38 PM

Ex-President at PCoI

‘Ready to provide details if Bond Scam suspects are punished,” AKD

Kandy Tragedy : Owner claims the building was constructed with necessary approvals

Owner says didn't have time to warn others

21 Sep, 2020 | 06:35 PM

Tensions in Chenkaladi over Archaeological site; Thero criticizes failure of officials

Two underworld criminals arrested for conspiring to commit murder

BASL calls for investigation on Kandy tragedy

21 Sep, 2020 | 04:37 PM

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

"There is no blacklisting in the CRIB" CRIB GM

21 Sep, 2020 | 02:12 PM

Bribery cases filed against Ravi K and Arjun A

21 Sep, 2020 | 01:31 PM

Legal action against violators of Traffic Lane Law

21 Sep, 2020 | 09:41 AM

Family of three dead in Kandy building collapse

20 Sep, 2020 | 03:44 PM

SLAF airdropped dispersant on oil slick

20 Sep, 2020 | 12:22 PM

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

SL cop detained in India for four days

20 Sep, 2020 | 10:39 AM

Infant rescued after Kandy building collapse dies

20 Sep, 2020 | 09:38 AM

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

Infant rescued following Kandy building collapse

20 Sep, 2020 | 08:49 AM

Multi-storied building collapses in Kandy

20 Sep, 2020 | 08:21 AM

News 1st clean sweep at the Raigam Awards 2019

19 Sep, 2020 | 09:16 PM

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

N'Eliya records highest rainfall in past 24 hours

19 Sep, 2020 | 10:16 AM

Rice will be imported to prevent price hike

18 Sep, 2020 | 07:05 PM

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

Arundika plans to boost coconut cultivation

18 Sep, 2020 | 06:10 PM

262,378 PCR tests carried out in SL so far

18 Sep, 2020 | 05:19 PM

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

COPE, COPA and COPP to meet next week

18 Sep, 2020 | 04:31 PM

CLINTON SCHOOL & GAMMADDA: GLOBAL PARTNERSHIP

18 Sep, 2020 | 10:59 AM

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

05 arrested for attempting to claim property

17 Sep, 2020 | 11:34 PM

Summons issued on MT New Diamond Captain

17 Sep, 2020 | 06:43 PM

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

'Podi Lassie' named a suspect in death threat case

17 Sep, 2020 | 05:09 PM

Individual below 18 will be prescribed as a child

17 Sep, 2020 | 04:41 PM

2021 Draft Appropriation Bill in October

17 Sep, 2020 | 04:23 PM

Cabinet nod for international bidding process for 300MW LNG Plant

Cabinet approves 300MW LNG Plant construction

17 Sep, 2020 | 04:02 PM

‘VIKAARI’ to premier at LA Screamfest

17 Sep, 2020 | 11:36 AM

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

Angoda Lokka died of heart attack: CB-CID

17 Sep, 2020 | 10:29 AM

Draft 20A report not presented to Cabinet

16 Sep, 2020 | 07:09 PM

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

AG submits interim claim to MT New Diamond owners

16 Sep, 2020 | 06:14 PM

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

16 Sep, 2020 | 05:38 PM

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

ETI & SANASA depositors voice concerns over fraud

16 Sep, 2020 | 04:32 PM

Traffic Lane Law to be strictly enforced from 21st

16 Sep, 2020 | 04:09 PM

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

‘Army Centre for National IT Solutions'

16 Sep, 2020 | 12:23 PM

Central Bank is working on swap arrangement

16 Sep, 2020 | 12:15 PM

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

Accepting employment program appeals ends

16 Sep, 2020 | 11:40 AM

6255 people in 59 tri-service-managed QCs

16 Sep, 2020 | 11:13 AM

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

Drones assist Traffic Lane Rule

15 Sep, 2020 | 10:27 PM

Sri Lanka's ports must develop to a higher level

15 Sep, 2020 | 07:11 PM

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

Timber Racket under the guise of tank renovation

15 Sep, 2020 | 05:47 PM

03 more expatriates test positive for COVID-19

15 Sep, 2020 | 05:13 PM

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

Committee appointed to probe Central Hills Tremors

15 Sep, 2020 | 12:08 PM

Assets of drug traffickers to be confiscated

15 Sep, 2020 | 11:56 AM

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

14 Sep, 2020 | 06:33 PM

Warrant issued to arrest PNB drug op leader

14 Sep, 2020 | 05:44 PM

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

UN Rights Chief concerned over 20A

14 Sep, 2020 | 05:16 PM

13th COVID-19 death reported from Sri Lanka

14 Sep, 2020 | 04:25 PM

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

14 Sep, 2020 | 12:29 PM

25 criminals at ‘Boossa Prison’ call off strike

14 Sep, 2020 | 12:01 PM

55 SIM cards used by drug trafficking PNB officers

14 Sep, 2020 | 11:27 AM

Another earth tremor recorded in Kandy on Friday

13 Sep, 2020 | 08:53 AM

12 hour water cut in Colombo

12 Sep, 2020 | 11:42 AM

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

MP Senaratne appear before April attacks PCoI

11 Sep, 2020 | 12:06 PM

Audit Services Union raises red flags on 20A

10 Sep, 2020 | 08:39 PM

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.

Decision on 'Cattle slaughter' postponed

10 Sep, 2020 | 12:29 PM

Government to recommence oil and gas exploration

10 Sep, 2020 | 11:51 AM

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

AG urges to take measures to stop HFO leak

09 Sep, 2020 | 06:40 PM

More than 6000 people still in quarantine

09 Sep, 2020 | 02:19 PM

Anawilundawa Wetland Committee report tabled

09 Sep, 2020 | 02:11 PM

Salvage Team board the distressed MT New Diamond

09 Sep, 2020 | 11:52 AM

Zahran had support from an outside force

09 Sep, 2020 | 11:00 AM

Reignited fire aboard the MT New Diamond contained

09 Sep, 2020 | 10:13 AM

Heavy rainfall exceeding 150 mm in several areas

09 Sep, 2020 | 08:52 AM

Diesel oil patch observed close to MT New Diamond

08 Sep, 2020 | 10:25 PM

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

Zahran Hashim pawn in April Attacks - Rauff Hakeem

08 Sep, 2020 | 06:45 PM

Decision must be made to move MT New Diamond; AG

08 Sep, 2020 | 06:35 PM

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

Court orders to record statement from Podi Lassie

08 Sep, 2020 | 03:35 PM

Premalal Jayasekera takes oath as MP

08 Sep, 2020 | 01:16 PM

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

MEPA and NARA commence marine damage inspection

08 Sep, 2020 | 11:02 AM

MT New Diamond flames reduced to a certain extent

08 Sep, 2020 | 10:28 AM

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

Tax on Gem and Jewelry profits removed

08 Sep, 2020 | 07:34 AM

Saudi authorities decide not to charge Sri Lankans

07 Sep, 2020 | 09:40 PM

Fire reignites aboard the MT New Diamond

07 Sep, 2020 | 06:27 PM

Minor blazes reported on MT New Diamond

07 Sep, 2020 | 04:55 PM

MT New Diamond salvage Op underway

07 Sep, 2020 | 02:19 PM

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

CA permits Premalal to attend Parliament

07 Sep, 2020 | 11:26 AM

Dozens of Sri Lankans stranded in Seychelles

07 Sep, 2020 | 10:40 AM

AG advises stakeholders on cost recovery

06 Sep, 2020 | 05:29 PM

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

Stakeholders discuss MT New Diamond cost recovery

06 Sep, 2020 | 04:38 PM

MT New Diamond blaze contained

06 Sep, 2020 | 03:17 PM

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)

Two more tugboats to join MT New Diamond Op

06 Sep, 2020 | 07:58 AM

MT New Diamond towed away to safety

05 Sep, 2020 | 08:56 PM

(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

MT New Diamond fire contained to greater extent

05 Sep, 2020 | 10:07 AM

If oil spill occurs criminal action to be taken

04 Sep, 2020 | 07:37 PM

'No oil leak from MT New Diamond', yet

04 Sep, 2020 | 12:49 PM

7,746 people still under-going quarantine - NOCPCO

04 Sep, 2020 | 11:30 AM

01 crew member of distressed tanker reported dead

04 Sep, 2020 | 09:04 AM

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

Two including Captain on oil tanker rescued

03 Sep, 2020 | 04:13 PM

Vessel in distress: SLAF & Navy launch rescue ops

03 Sep, 2020 | 10:29 AM

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

Tremors did not take place close to Plate Lines

02 Sep, 2020 | 06:00 PM

Petitions by UNP LG members at Court of Appeal

02 Sep, 2020 | 05:00 PM

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

Tremors felt again in Haragama & Anuragama

02 Sep, 2020 | 11:51 AM

Heavy rainfall exceeding 100mm to continue today

02 Sep, 2020 | 07:08 AM

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

Draft 20th Amendment submitted to AG

01 Sep, 2020 | 03:34 PM

7,576 people in 71 tri-service-managed QCs

01 Sep, 2020 | 02:30 PM

Drugs in evidence storage have not lessened

01 Sep, 2020 | 12:26 PM

Three ships of the Russian Federation arrive at port of Hambantota

Three ships of Russian Federation in Hambantota

01 Sep, 2020 | 11:57 AM

Dalada Maligawa website comes under cyber attack

31 Aug, 2020 | 09:51 PM

(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

AGs opinion on Premalal Jayasekera

31 Aug, 2020 | 04:38 PM

US Defence Secretary calls SL President

31 Aug, 2020 | 03:28 PM

Ranil Wickremesinghe leaves PCoI

31 Aug, 2020 | 03:19 PM

Acting IGP noticed by PCoI

31 Aug, 2020 | 02:50 PM

Drug trafficking PNB officers further remanded

31 Aug, 2020 | 12:36 PM

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

Committee inquiring Haragama tremor, begins visits

30 Aug, 2020 | 01:03 PM

Inquiry into tremor felt in Kandy, launched

30 Aug, 2020 | 08:11 AM

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

Constitution amended 19 times; Speaker

29 Aug, 2020 | 09:47 PM

05th Edition of Gammadda Door-to-Door initiative

29 Aug, 2020 | 08:25 AM

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

Startling revelation at PCoI on April Attacks

28 Aug, 2020 | 05:56 PM

Welgama spills the beans on 19A support

28 Aug, 2020 | 05:26 PM

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

Speaker clarifies meal cost for MPs

28 Aug, 2020 | 04:42 PM

Speaker yet to be told about Premalal's Appeal

28 Aug, 2020 | 02:54 PM

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

White Van case postponed to 22nd September

28 Aug, 2020 | 12:48 PM

Patali & others charged with 16 indictments

28 Aug, 2020 | 12:20 PM

Japan's prime minister Shinzo Abe to resign

28 Aug, 2020 | 11:23 AM

Norway looking forward to work with new Sri Lankan Government

Norwegian Ambassador meets PM Rajapaksa

28 Aug, 2020 | 10:33 AM

Indian HC hosts dinner for SL Cabinet

27 Aug, 2020 | 05:32 PM

Underworld gangster 'Indra' arrested

27 Aug, 2020 | 04:55 PM

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

Speakers position on PCoI summons on Handunnetti

27 Aug, 2020 | 12:15 PM

More politicos to provide statements to PCoI

27 Aug, 2020 | 11:43 AM

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

26 Aug, 2020 | 06:41 PM

Kurunegala Mayor appears at Magistrate's Court

26 Aug, 2020 | 06:06 PM

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

26 Aug, 2020 | 04:39 PM

7,058 people still in quarantine.

26 Aug, 2020 | 02:58 PM

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

12,503 indictments sent to HC in 18 months

26 Aug, 2020 | 02:19 PM

Report on island-wide power failure to cabinet

26 Aug, 2020 | 08:03 AM

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

NEC Chief should retire before PC Polls; says WW

25 Aug, 2020 | 04:35 PM

Municipal worker further remanded

25 Aug, 2020 | 01:32 PM

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

Secretaries to 35 State Ministries appointed

25 Aug, 2020 | 09:56 AM

Power-Cut committee report submitted

24 Aug, 2020 | 07:24 PM

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

Welikada Prison Riots complaint at PCoI

24 Aug, 2020 | 06:07 PM

Rajitha and Hesha issued notice by PCoI

24 Aug, 2020 | 05:47 PM

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

Bail rejected for lawyer in Angoda Lokka case

24 Aug, 2020 | 03:39 PM

Karu J says he is ready to lead the UNP

24 Aug, 2020 | 01:20 PM

No discussion regarding Deputy PM post

24 Aug, 2020 | 12:27 PM

Police Special Task Force deployed for security at Prisons

Special Task Force deployed for Prison Security

24 Aug, 2020 | 12:20 PM

CA extends order barring Kurunegala Mayor arrest

24 Aug, 2020 | 11:37 AM

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

04 wanted criminals arrested at BIA

23 Aug, 2020 | 11:11 AM

12th COVID-19 death reported in Sri Lanka

23 Aug, 2020 | 06:47 AM

AG meets UNODC Sri Lanka Chief

22 Aug, 2020 | 11:28 PM

Fallen Brave ‘Lions’ of Sri Lanka Sinha Regiment remembered

Fallen 'Lions' of Sinha Regiment remembered

22 Aug, 2020 | 11:25 PM

11 Fatalities in Sri Lankan streets in 24-hours

22 Aug, 2020 | 05:37 PM

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

Witness says warnings received on day of attacks

21 Aug, 2020 | 07:30 PM

Karu J says shortcomings of 19A should be analyzed

21 Aug, 2020 | 06:24 PM

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

Ranil to appear at PCoI on 04th and 07th September

21 Aug, 2020 | 04:35 PM

Petition against Homagama PS Chairman taken up

21 Aug, 2020 | 03:53 PM

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

Sagala at Police Unit of PCoI on 2019 Attacks

21 Aug, 2020 | 11:21 AM

SLFP to appoint committee to draft constitution

21 Aug, 2020 | 10:40 AM

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

Mahela to chair National Sports Council

20 Aug, 2020 | 07:19 PM

Startling revelation at PCoI on April Attacks

20 Aug, 2020 | 06:08 PM

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

AG wants Negombo HQI investigated

20 Aug, 2020 | 03:56 PM

Live Blog: 01st session of the 09th Parliament

20 Aug, 2020 | 02:55 PM

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

Only 03 Intelligence meetings in 2019

19 Aug, 2020 | 06:35 PM

"Pillayan" escorted to Colombo

19 Aug, 2020 | 06:24 PM

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

19 Aug, 2020 | 04:28 PM

Cabinet approves to abolish 19A

19 Aug, 2020 | 02:59 PM

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

AG returns more incomplete files to Acting IGP

19 Aug, 2020 | 12:50 PM

STF officer arrested on drug trafficking charges

19 Aug, 2020 | 11:35 AM

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

Power-Cut time tabled published by CEB

18 Aug, 2020 | 07:55 PM

President tells to stop road work in Sinharaja;RDA

18 Aug, 2020 | 05:47 PM

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.

12,968 Child Abuse cases concluded in 18 months

18 Aug, 2020 | 03:54 PM

15 prison officers interdicted in three months

18 Aug, 2020 | 03:12 PM

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

18 Aug, 2020 | 01:49 PM

Drug trafficking PNB officers further remanded

18 Aug, 2020 | 01:33 PM

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

17 Aug, 2020 | 05:26 PM

Traffic Light network down following power-cut

17 Aug, 2020 | 05:14 PM

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

Fmr. President informed to report to PCoI Police

17 Aug, 2020 | 03:31 PM

Island-wide Power Cut

17 Aug, 2020 | 12:56 PM

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

17 Aug, 2020 | 08:16 AM

Illegal road project in Sinharaja raises concerns

16 Aug, 2020 | 08:26 PM

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

16 Aug, 2020 | 11:52 AM

Indian Police tracing 'Angoda Lokka's accomplice

16 Aug, 2020 | 11:38 AM

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

15 Aug, 2020 | 09:01 AM

No Police & Land Powers for Provincial Councils

14 Aug, 2020 | 07:05 PM

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

AG denies reports he approved MCC Agreement

14 Aug, 2020 | 05:53 PM

President to present policy statement on August 20

14 Aug, 2020 | 05:37 PM

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

UL clarifies suspension of Shanghai service

14 Aug, 2020 | 05:02 PM

Indian Cops approach SL Govt. on 'Angoda Lokka'

14 Aug, 2020 | 02:59 PM

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

Three New Secretaries appointed to Ministries

14 Aug, 2020 | 02:28 PM

Startling revelation at PCoI on April Attacks

14 Aug, 2020 | 10:54 AM

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

'Boot-licking' & 'Deal' comment heats up PCoI

13 Aug, 2020 | 07:51 PM

25 New Ministry Secretaries Appointed

13 Aug, 2020 | 06:00 PM

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

DNA test to determine if "Angoda Lokka" is dead

13 Aug, 2020 | 03:46 PM

SJB National List Announced

13 Aug, 2020 | 02:51 PM

Water cut on Saturday for Colombo 13,14 & 15

13 Aug, 2020 | 01:34 PM

Manhunt underway to arrest apparel store looters

13 Aug, 2020 | 12:23 PM

Navy Officer slams 'Yahapalana' Govt. at PCoI

12 Aug, 2020 | 07:23 PM

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

12 Aug, 2020 | 06:03 PM

Arrest Warrant against Kurunegala Mayor Suspended

12 Aug, 2020 | 04:07 PM

Malaka Silva granted bail

12 Aug, 2020 | 03:58 PM

District Coordination Committee Heads appointed

12 Aug, 2020 | 12:32 PM

New State Ministers Sworn-in; (Complete List)

12 Aug, 2020 | 12:08 PM

New Cabinet Ministers Sworn-in; (Complete List)

12 Aug, 2020 | 11:39 AM

No Ministerial Portfolio for Maithripala Sirisena

12 Aug, 2020 | 11:07 AM

Live Blog:New Cabinet and State Minister

12 Aug, 2020 | 08:47 AM

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

11 Aug, 2020 | 11:26 PM

Ranil,Ruwan & Sagala to appear at PCoI Police Unit

11 Aug, 2020 | 06:03 PM

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

Russia approves world’s 1st Covid-19 vaccine

11 Aug, 2020 | 02:52 PM

6 Police teams deployed to arrest Kurunegala Mayor

11 Aug, 2020 | 02:09 PM

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

10 Aug, 2020 | 11:57 PM

28 cabinet & 40 state ministries established

10 Aug, 2020 | 06:31 PM

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

10 Aug, 2020 | 02:08 PM

Kurunegala Mayor barred from leaving Sri Lanka

10 Aug, 2020 | 01:51 PM

All Government Schools re-opened

10 Aug, 2020 | 08:45 AM

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

Mahinda Rajapaksa sworn-in as Prime Minister

09 Aug, 2020 | 09:37 AM

Parliament : A family affair?

08 Aug, 2020 | 10:09 PM

“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

New Cabinet likely to be sworn-in after August 11

08 Aug, 2020 | 05:09 PM

15ft high new fence at Welikada Prison

08 Aug, 2020 | 04:48 PM

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.

"Angoda Lokka" had undergone plastic surgery

07 Aug, 2020 | 03:52 PM

SC dismisses Rishad's FR Petition

07 Aug, 2020 | 03:22 PM

NEC releases list of elected candidates

07 Aug, 2020 | 09:34 AM

First official result of parliamentary election released

First official election result released

06 Aug, 2020 | 01:15 PM

AG directs to arrest Kurunegala Mayor & 04 others

06 Aug, 2020 | 12:57 PM

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

06 Aug, 2020 | 07:55 AM

Results to be released on Thursday Afternoon

05 Aug, 2020 | 07:36 PM

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

Police await confirmation on "Angoda Lokka"s death

04 Aug, 2020 | 07:24 PM

Sampayo and three others remanded to 18th August

04 Aug, 2020 | 07:00 PM

“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”

CCD probing Vass Gunawardena case

04 Aug, 2020 | 05:29 PM

Indian Police probing "Angoda Lokka"s death

04 Aug, 2020 | 02:05 PM

Special Protection for Prison Officers

04 Aug, 2020 | 01:00 PM

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

Probe on PNB drug trafficking ring continues

04 Aug, 2020 | 11:22 AM

New Parliament to meet on 20th of August 2020

04 Aug, 2020 | 01:06 AM

Sri Lanka's human rights chief resigns

03 Aug, 2020 | 09:50 PM

New voting system for the visually impaired

03 Aug, 2020 | 07:03 PM

"Angoda Lokka" surfaced in India in 2018

03 Aug, 2020 | 05:19 PM

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

03 Aug, 2020 | 12:42 PM

Coimbatore Police says “ANGODA LOKKA” is dead

03 Aug, 2020 | 07:48 AM

Anurudhdha Sampayo claims he is being framed

02 Aug, 2020 | 09:06 PM

Anurudhdha Sampayo Arrested

02 Aug, 2020 | 04:37 PM

Anti-India protesters say talks with PM a success

02 Aug, 2020 | 11:37 AM

Election 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

01 Aug, 2020 | 08:24 PM

Smart Elephants prove electric fence isn't working

01 Aug, 2020 | 03:30 PM

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

Voters permitted to bring own pen to mark ballot

01 Aug, 2020 | 02:54 PM

Prison Officers forced to bribe to save their jobs

01 Aug, 2020 | 02:02 AM

AG files indictment against Rajitha

31 Jul, 2020 | 06:50 PM

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

Premalal Jayasekera sentenced to death

31 Jul, 2020 | 06:32 PM

23kg of heroin seized in Wellampitiya

31 Jul, 2020 | 06:11 PM

"Lith" case against Basil fixed for December

31 Jul, 2020 | 01:20 PM

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

CA issues interim-injunction on Avant-Garde case

31 Jul, 2020 | 12:39 PM

Ex-CID Chief Arrested

31 Jul, 2020 | 09:13 AM

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

COVID-19 case reported from Lankapura DS

30 Jul, 2020 | 01:00 PM

AG wants IGP to explain failure to enforce warrant

30 Jul, 2020 | 11:19 AM

“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

Students can take holiday on election week

29 Jul, 2020 | 03:20 PM

SLC Vice President Mathivanan quits post

29 Jul, 2020 | 01:54 PM

Record 175 COVID-19 patients recover on Tuesday

29 Jul, 2020 | 08:51 AM

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

CNI warned of attacks, 10 months ahead

28 Jul, 2020 | 05:28 PM

Court orders handover of docs on Kurunegala site

28 Jul, 2020 | 04:01 PM

Petition filed seeking Kurunegala Mayor arrest

28 Jul, 2020 | 12:15 PM

Confirmed COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka rises to 2805

23 COVID-19 cases reported on Monday 27th July

28 Jul, 2020 | 01:06 AM

Migrant Workers Tear Gassed in Jordan

28 Jul, 2020 | 12:50 AM

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

Police reveals Child Sex Abuse details

27 Jul, 2020 | 03:51 PM

Advanced Voting program will not go ahead : NEC

27 Jul, 2020 | 02:06 PM

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

Ravi K & Rishad at CID to provide statements

27 Jul, 2020 | 12:03 PM

Kurunegala archaeology site's report to Acting IGP

27 Jul, 2020 | 11:11 AM

Grades 11, 12 and 13 resume academic activities

27 Jul, 2020 | 09:21 AM

Ancient structure in Medirigiriya on the brink of destruction

Ancient structure in Medirigiriya under threat

26 Jul, 2020 | 09:18 PM

IDH COVID-19 escapee returned to Kandakadu

26 Jul, 2020 | 12:22 PM

Drug traffickers arrested with 5600 narcotic pills

26 Jul, 2020 | 12:13 PM

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

"Right to Vote amidst Disaster" by ECoSL & DMC

25 Jul, 2020 | 05:13 PM

PHI Draft Circular Instructions contrary to law

25 Jul, 2020 | 02:35 PM

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

Renovation of Kurunegala site suspended

24 Jul, 2020 | 07:18 PM

Water cut for several areas in Colombo on Saturday

24 Jul, 2020 | 04:19 PM

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

24 Jul, 2020 | 10:04 AM

List of 94 NTJ suspects given to IGP in 2017

24 Jul, 2020 | 12:09 AM

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

Court prohibits entry to demolished site

23 Jul, 2020 | 04:38 PM

AG obtained court order on archaeology site

23 Jul, 2020 | 02:27 PM

Water Cut for multiple areas in Western Province

23 Jul, 2020 | 11:58 AM

Sri Lanka’s COVID-19 infections reach 2752

23 Jul, 2020 | 09:02 AM

AG tells AIGP to expedite Kurunegala inquiry

22 Jul, 2020 | 05:04 PM

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

22 Jul, 2020 | 02:01 PM

ETI & Swarnamahal depositors to be compensated

22 Jul, 2020 | 11:58 AM

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

22 Jul, 2020 | 02:28 AM

Hajj will be celebrated on 01st August

22 Jul, 2020 | 12:41 AM

April Attacks suspect reportedly fled to India

21 Jul, 2020 | 08:39 PM

Drug trafficking PNB officers received armed protection; Prosecution tells Court

Drug trafficking PNB officers further remanded

21 Jul, 2020 | 06:29 PM

Rishad ordered to appear at CID

21 Jul, 2020 | 05:42 PM

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

21 Jul, 2020 | 12:03 PM

08 hour water cut for Battaramulla on Thursday

21 Jul, 2020 | 11:33 AM

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

(VIDEO) Another Leopard found dead in Nawalapitiya

20 Jul, 2020 | 06:32 PM

Landslide early warnings issued for multiple areas

20 Jul, 2020 | 12:20 PM

Grade 05 & A/L examination dates announced

20 Jul, 2020 | 11:51 AM

Heavy rainfall across the island

20 Jul, 2020 | 09:33 AM

Concerns over delay in publishing growth rate

19 Jul, 2020 | 10:04 PM

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

Police probe archaeological demolition

19 Jul, 2020 | 10:02 AM

556 positive COVID-19 cases from Kandakadu cluster

19 Jul, 2020 | 09:30 AM

PHIs withdraw from disease control activities

18 Jul, 2020 | 09:48 PM

School holiday extended ; new date for A/L exams

18 Jul, 2020 | 03:07 PM

Over 6000 PCR tests for Kandakadu COVID-19 cluster

18 Jul, 2020 | 11:12 AM

Gazette on "COVID-19 Elections Regulations" issued

18 Jul, 2020 | 07:31 AM

139 subject to PCR tests in Rajanganaya

17 Jul, 2020 | 07:36 PM

What will happen to ECT ?

17 Jul, 2020 | 07:22 PM

Committee to probe demolition of 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

Permit mandatory to transport sand; Appeal Court

17 Jul, 2020 | 03:08 PM

COVID (Elections) Regulations 2020 approved by AG

17 Jul, 2020 | 12:42 PM

PHIs step away from COVID-19 control duties

17 Jul, 2020 | 12:16 PM

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

Police failed to protect 13th Century King's Court

17 Jul, 2020 | 10:41 AM

Visitors of T&R Kandakadu NEGATIVE for COVID-19

17 Jul, 2020 | 09:53 AM

CID to investigate false propaganda on COVID-19

17 Jul, 2020 | 08:13 AM

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

13th Century 'Kings Court' in Kurunegala ruined

16 Jul, 2020 | 09:37 PM

Tensions in Angulana over death in police shootout

16 Jul, 2020 | 09:27 PM

Key suspect in Thajudeen homicide case dead

16 Jul, 2020 | 05:59 PM

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

PCR test reports of all T&R personnel received

16 Jul, 2020 | 12:08 PM

New CBSL Monetary Board members appointed

16 Jul, 2020 | 11:20 AM

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

15 Jul, 2020 | 07:50 PM

Relief for Electricity Consumers

15 Jul, 2020 | 03:46 PM

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

15 Jul, 2020 | 02:03 PM

Navy Commander appointed

15 Jul, 2020 | 10:48 AM

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

AG wants Bond Scam suspects questioned

14 Jul, 2020 | 04:53 PM

06 Police teams deployed to arrest truck driver

14 Jul, 2020 | 02:21 PM

Total COVID-19 cases rise to 2,646

14 Jul, 2020 | 09:51 AM

Movement in several areas in Rajanganaya restricted

Movement in several areas in Rajanganaya limited

13 Jul, 2020 | 07:53 PM

Elections Chief says no decision to postpone polls

13 Jul, 2020 | 06:17 PM

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

13 Jul, 2020 | 02:20 PM

Total COVID-19 cases at 2617: Health Ministry

13 Jul, 2020 | 10:00 AM

2020 Postal voting begins: NEC

13 Jul, 2020 | 09:58 AM

Government School Holiday from 13th to 17th July

Holiday for Government Schools

12 Jul, 2020 | 07:27 PM

Schools will be closed if situation gets worse

12 Jul, 2020 | 03:00 PM

Major SLPP Election rallies postponed indefinitely

12 Jul, 2020 | 11:19 AM

Rumours of Govt. Holiday are false

12 Jul, 2020 | 10:50 AM

02nd Kandakadu Counsellor positive for COVID-19

11 Jul, 2020 | 05:20 PM

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

Sri Lanka's second underwater museum in Trinco

11 Jul, 2020 | 01:21 PM

Drunk driver shot dead for hurling a stone at Cop

11 Jul, 2020 | 11:42 AM

Kandakadu is new COVID-19 cluster; warns GMOA

10 Jul, 2020 | 06:13 PM

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

283 COVID-19 cases from Kandakadu Rehab Centre

10 Jul, 2020 | 05:26 PM

Indictments against Patali regarding 2016 accident

10 Jul, 2020 | 04:50 PM

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

Neomal Rangajeewa obstructs journalist duties

10 Jul, 2020 | 12:52 PM

04 Defendants in RADA case released

10 Jul, 2020 | 12:02 PM

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)

PCR Lab at BIA commences operations on Monday

10 Jul, 2020 | 08:34 AM

Managala hopes to become President one-day

09 Jul, 2020 | 06:10 PM

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

No promotional material on private vehicles

09 Jul, 2020 | 02:51 PM

25% reduction for March & April Electricity bills

09 Jul, 2020 | 12:26 PM

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

Cabinet to further study MCC Review Report

09 Jul, 2020 | 11:46 AM

2094 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka

09 Jul, 2020 | 12:32 AM

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

18 PNB officers arrested for drug trafficking ring

08 Jul, 2020 | 06:55 PM

Government to bear a portion of electricity bills

08 Jul, 2020 | 05:39 PM

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

Sri Lanka, Maldives eliminate measles & rubella

08 Jul, 2020 | 12:40 PM

PNB constable ring leader of drug operations

08 Jul, 2020 | 11:04 AM

PNB's narcotic stocks to be inspected

08 Jul, 2020 | 08:23 AM

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

Electricity bill payment relief report submitted

08 Jul, 2020 | 08:19 AM

Galle Face Green miscreants remanded

07 Jul, 2020 | 04:10 PM

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

07 Jul, 2020 | 03:01 PM

174 Inmates from Welikada subject to PCR tests

07 Jul, 2020 | 02:38 PM

CA suspends enforcing Bond Scam warrants

07 Jul, 2020 | 11:37 AM

Welikada Inmate tests positive for COVID-19

07 Jul, 2020 | 10:51 AM

Circular 05/2001 should remain; Activists

06 Jul, 2020 | 10:21 PM

2020 Parliamentary Election Polling Hours Extended

06 Jul, 2020 | 06:22 PM

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

Diplomatic issues in the way of operating ECT

06 Jul, 2020 | 06:13 PM

06 Sri Lankan fishermen rescued from sinking boat

06 Jul, 2020 | 03:14 PM

PTL suspension extended by Central Bank

06 Jul, 2020 | 02:35 PM

Kusal Mendis granted bail

06 Jul, 2020 | 12:21 PM

Academic activities resume at schools today

06 Jul, 2020 | 07:46 AM

Over 112,000 PCR tests conducted 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

No evidence on 2011 CWC Match-Fixing claims

03 Jul, 2020 | 06:39 PM

Karuna Amman says he formed the TNA

03 Jul, 2020 | 05:29 PM

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

Cricketers won't be summoned anymore : SIU

03 Jul, 2020 | 02:33 PM

Mahela dismisses claims on unverified reports

03 Jul, 2020 | 12:40 PM

Mahela Inquiry Postponed

03 Jul, 2020 | 08:06 AM

Jinthupitiya COVID-19 patient NOT a case of community transmission

No COVID-19 community transmission - DGHS

02 Jul, 2020 | 08:26 PM

Cabinet proposes Forest Land for economic purpose

02 Jul, 2020 | 05:59 PM

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

02 Jul, 2020 | 03:07 PM

STF discovers another mobile from Boossa Prison

02 Jul, 2020 | 01:29 PM

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

PM meets Tamil Journalists at Temple Trees

01 Jul, 2020 | 07:58 PM

Another weapons cache discovered from Homagama

01 Jul, 2020 | 06:46 PM

No Pardon for corrupt 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

Protest at Colombo Port

01 Jul, 2020 | 01:14 PM

122 weapons seized in 24 days

01 Jul, 2020 | 12:36 PM

Upul Tharanga provides statement to investigators

01 Jul, 2020 | 12:12 PM

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

Police to seize MPs' official vehicles

01 Jul, 2020 | 07:53 AM

Sri Lanka must increase testing : GMOA

30 Jun, 2020 | 06:26 PM

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

Foreign Minister phones US Secretary of State

30 Jun, 2020 | 01:00 PM

CID leading probe on Assault Rifle discovery

30 Jun, 2020 | 12:16 PM

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

Homagama Assault Rifles linked to Organized Crime

29 Jun, 2020 | 07:44 PM

UNP Denies MCC Committee Report Allegations

29 Jun, 2020 | 05:28 PM

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

AG will not appear for AIGP in court

29 Jun, 2020 | 10:37 AM

Credit Guarantee Scheme for Businesses: CBSL

29 Jun, 2020 | 09:41 AM

Total COVID-19 cases at 2037: recoveries at 1661

29 Jun, 2020 | 08:07 AM

Island-wide curfew lifted completely

28 Jun, 2020 | 12:07 PM

Police crack whip on those without masks

27 Jun, 2020 | 12:02 PM

UNHRC calls for an investigation on ‘Karuna Amman’

27 Jun, 2020 | 11:54 AM

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

Violators of health guideline to be penalized

27 Jun, 2020 | 11:15 AM

AKD leaves PCoI without testifying

26 Jun, 2020 | 07:41 PM

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

MCC grant monies never transferred to GoSL

26 Jun, 2020 | 04:31 PM

Court issues warning on Welikada Riots suspects

26 Jun, 2020 | 04:06 PM

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

09 new COVID-19 cases on Thursday

26 Jun, 2020 | 09:48 AM

Prime Minister Khan phones President Rajapaksa

25 Jun, 2020 | 07:55 PM

MCC contains harmful elements; Review Committee

25 Jun, 2020 | 06:23 PM

“Karuna Amman” leaves CID after giving 07 hour statement

"Karuna Amman" leaves CID after giving statement

25 Jun, 2020 | 05:45 PM

Weerawansa threatens to split if MCC is signed

25 Jun, 2020 | 04:38 PM

Petition filed seeking Karuna Amman's arrest

25 Jun, 2020 | 03:52 PM

SriLankan Airlines converts passenger aircraft to full freighter (PICTURES)

UL converts passenger aircraft to full freighter

25 Jun, 2020 | 03:00 PM

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

25 Jun, 2020 | 10:53 AM

MCC Review Committee Final Report Given To Prime Minister

MCC Review Committee Final Report Given To PM

24 Jun, 2020 | 07:25 PM

Detectives Investigating Karuna Amman

24 Jun, 2020 | 06:58 PM

Indictments to be filed against Patali Champika

24 Jun, 2020 | 12:16 PM

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

24 Jun, 2020 | 09:08 AM

COI is not a judicial tribunal : AG

23 Jun, 2020 | 07:02 PM

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

Two leopards trapped in a snare in Pussellawa

23 Jun, 2020 | 12:27 PM

Lock-down on Welisara Naval Complex lifted

23 Jun, 2020 | 12:16 PM

47,430 postal voting applications rejected

23 Jun, 2020 | 11:20 AM

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

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

23 Jun, 2020 | 09:21 AM

Senathipathi has no legal standing at COI : AG

22 Jun, 2020 | 07:21 PM

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

22 Jun, 2020 | 04:14 PM

GoSL still reviewing MCC; says US Embassy

22 Jun, 2020 | 03:56 PM

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

CID ordered to probe Karuna Amman's statement

22 Jun, 2020 | 10:37 AM

02 Prison Officers Interdicted

21 Jun, 2020 | 04:41 PM

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

Stern action against dengue breeding grounds

20 Jun, 2020 | 10:35 AM

AG says existing prison system is a failure

19 Jun, 2020 | 02:27 PM

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

COVID-19 entered China through salmon consignment

18 Jun, 2020 | 10:00 PM

Sanga tells Ex-Minister to produce evidence to ICC

18 Jun, 2020 | 03:54 PM

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

2011 CWC Final was fixed; Fmr. Sports Minister

18 Jun, 2020 | 11:57 AM

Kanchipani Imran's father attacked

17 Jun, 2020 | 08:28 PM

JVP Leader 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

UPDATED:CID ordered to enforce warrants on Bond II

17 Jun, 2020 | 02:01 PM

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

17 Jun, 2020 | 01:14 PM

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

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

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