48 drug addicts in Colombo ordered to self quarantine

Written by Zulfick Farzan

29 Apr, 2020 | 6:59 pm

Written by Zulfick Farzan 29 Apr, 2020 | 6:59 pm

Colombo (News 1st); DIG Ajith Rohana said on Wednesday, it was observed by the Intelligence Services and health officials that many of those who tested positive for COVID-19 from congested areas in Colombo were addicted to drugs and other illegal substances and they were the main carriers of the virus.

He urged those living in housing complexes and congested areas in Colombo to be vigilant of those addicted to drugs and alert authorities.

He said a raid carried out in the Welikada Police Jurisdiction on Monday resulted in the detection of 48 people addicted to drugs and they were ordered to self-quarantine following a medical observation.

DIG Ajith Rohana said among those arrested for violating the curfew so far, 25,000 people were arrested for distilling, distributing, and selling illegal spirits and alcohol.

In addition, 9200 people were arrested for narcotic substance possession.

Deputy Police Chief Ajith Rohana said those individuals would be investigated for racketeering and engaging in illegal acts.

Mahendran extradition request pending response: AG

04 Dec, 2020 | 08:22 PM

Sri Lanka confirms two deaths due to Cyclone Burevi

Sajith opposes Speaker’s attempt to expunge comment in Parliament

Minister issues warning to TUs that attempt to perform opposition’s role

Election aimed recruitment is futile : Rohitha

04 Dec, 2020 | 05:02 PM

Case against cremation of dead Mahara prisoners, postponed to 11th Dec.

COVID-19 patient who spat on PHI’s face, arrested and remanded

Police to call for expert report on medication at Mahara Prison Infirmary

56 statements recorded on Mahara Prison Riot

04 Dec, 2020 | 11:32 AM

Human rights study exposes “inhumane” conditions in prisons

Cyclone Burevi; 2467 structures across 12 districts damaged

Parliamentary Council ratifies President’s nominations

President's nominations ratified by PC

03 Dec, 2020 | 05:05 PM

Cyclone Burevi leaves one missing, four injured

Mahara Prison inmate arrested after escaping from hospital

‘BUREVI’ is gradually moving away from the island

03 Dec, 2020 | 12:09 PM

O/L Examination likes in March of 2021 ; Education Minister

Matale Mayor removed following an inquiry by Governor

Mahara Prison Riot : CID records statements from 26 people

Statements recorded from 26 people on Prison Riot

03 Dec, 2020 | 10:29 AM

LIVE BLOG : Cyclone Burevi to make landfall in Sri Lanka’s Eastern Coast

Strong winds expected as Cyclone Burevi to make landfall in SL

WARNING : Cyclonic Storm “BUREVI” to make landfall in Sri Lanka today (02)

“BUREVI” to make landfall in SL today (02)

02 Dec, 2020 | 06:19 AM

RED ALERT Warning for Cyclonic Storm “BUREVI”

04 COVID-19 deaths confirmed on Tuesday (01); death toll rises to 122

Supreme Court rejects petitions against COVID-19 cremations

SC rejects petitions against COVID-19 cremations

01 Dec, 2020 | 07:46 PM

President appoints new judges to the Supreme Court & Court of Appeal

Death toll from Mahara Prison Riots rises to 11; 117 injured

SL looking at India’s digital unified single window clearance system

GoSL to address problems that discourage investors

01 Dec, 2020 | 05:37 PM

Ex-Prison Chief Anuruddha Sampayo & others indicted by AG

Sri Lanka’s over-reliance on loans must end; says President

Eastern Province braces for heavy rains; schools closed this week

Eastern Province braces for heavy rains & floods

01 Dec, 2020 | 02:41 PM

Cyclone Burevi to Cross Sri Lanka’s east tomorrow

O/L Examination further postponed; Education Minister

Committee to investigate irregularities in the Grand Hyatt Project.

Grand Hyatt Project to be investigated

01 Dec, 2020 | 11:46 AM

Cyclone to cross eastern coast of Sri Lanka on 02nd Dec.; Met Department

CID investigating Mahara Prison Riot; 107 prisoners injured in total

Main suspect in Ranjan Silva's killing arrested

01 Dec, 2020 | 09:57 AM

02 COVID-19 deaths confirmed on Monday (30), death toll rises to 118

Govt. deprived of more than Rs 3 bn revenue due to dishonoured cheques

Cabinet meets through video technology

30 Nov, 2020 | 09:36 PM

Low pressure system in Bay of Bengal likely to intensify into a cyclonic storm

IGP instructs CID to investigate the Mahara Prison Riot

Defence Secretary instructs IGP to probe Mahara Prison unrest

Defence Sec. directs IGP to probe prison riot

30 Nov, 2020 | 05:16 PM

Colombo HC lifts travel ban on Basil Rajapaksa

Mahara Prison Riots : 08 prisoners dead and 50 injured

Basil Rajapaksa & 03 others acquitted and released

Basil Rajapaksa acquitted and released

30 Nov, 2020 | 10:42 AM

06 prisoners dead and over 02 dozen injured in Mahara Prison violence

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

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

COVID-19 death toll in SL rises to 116

29 Nov, 2020 | 09:52 PM

Mahara Prison Unrest : 01 Prisoner dead & 03 Injured, STF on site to tighten security

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

Schools in Dambulla closed for a week

29 Nov, 2020 | 01:34 PM

Multiple Police areas in Colombo & Gampaha released from isolation

02 COVID-19 deaths reported on Saturday (28)

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

4th NSA Level Trilateral Meeting

28 Nov, 2020 | 07:14 PM

‘Gammadda Vijey’- the miracle slinger playing for Jaffna Stallions

PNB investigating SL fishermen nabbed with heroin in Indian waters

Indian National Security Adviser Ajit Doval in SL for Trilateral Meeting

Ajit Doval in Colombo for Trilateral Meeting

27 Nov, 2020 | 12:01 PM

C. D. Wickramaratne is the new Inspector General of Police

Sri Lankans successfully evacuated from war zone in Tigray, Ethiopia

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

COVID-19 death toll in SL rises to 99

26 Nov, 2020 | 11:32 PM

MTV Channel PVT LTD to counter-sue George Steuart Health PVT LTD

Russian to further enhance cooperation with Sri Lanka – Putin

CEB considering brick production using fly-ash from Norochcholai

Involve CEA in Environment Assessment; COPE to CEB

26 Nov, 2020 | 01:10 PM

COPE to meet online for the first time on Thursday (26)

New Cabinet & State Minister sworn in : PMD

Colpetty Crimes OIC dies following sudden illness

26 Nov, 2020 | 10:52 AM

Aerial observations to curb deforestation – Defence Secretary

$1,200 to return home; Sri Lankan Migrant Workers trapped in Lebanon

Multiple areas placed in isolation

25 Nov, 2020 | 07:21 PM

2019 April Attacks orchestrated by foreign force; Sirisena tells PCoI

100kg heroin seized from Sri Lankan boat by Indian Coast Guard

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

Crucial meeting at AGs Dept on New Diamond claim

25 Nov, 2020 | 02:18 PM

Shani Abeysekera exposed to COVID-19; transferred for treatment

Protest continues against moving inmates to undergo quarantine in Angunukolapelessa

Severe Cyclonic Storm “NIVAR” to further intensify

25 Nov, 2020 | 11:31 AM

Assault on Female Employee : Chief Engineer Arrested

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

04 COVID-19 deaths reported on Tuesday (24)

24 Nov, 2020 | 10:09 PM

Video of assault on female employee sparks social media outrage

Drug trafficking Police Narcotic Bureau officers further remanded

'Pillayan' granted bail in Pararajasingham murder

24 Nov, 2020 | 02:33 PM

CA quashes summons on Gotabaya Rajapaksa over Lalith – Kugan cases

AGs Dept make submissions at Mullaithivu MC against Mahaviru Memo

COVID-19 cases in prisons rises to 717

24 Nov, 2020 | 11:42 AM

Protest against bringing inmates to undergo quarantine in Angunukolapelessa

62 arrested for failing to adhere to quarantine regulations

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

Hizbullah testifies at PCoI on April Attacks

24 Nov, 2020 | 10:29 AM

03 COVID-19 deaths reported on Monday (23); death toll rises to 90

12,095 PCR tests on Sunday; 4,501 persons in 42 tri service-managed QCs

Low depression in Bay of Bengal can turn into cyclonic storm

EXTREME WEATHER ALERT

23 Nov, 2020 | 02:16 PM

Appoint Ranil to National MP seat; UNP representatives made a request

Online registration for universities begins – UGC

Police on stand-by to assist re-opening schools

23 Nov, 2020 | 10:14 AM

04 COVID-19 deaths reported on Sunday (22), death toll rises to 87

Several isolated areas in WP to be released tomorrow (23): NOCPCO

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

SL born Doctor in Oxford Vaccine Group

21 Nov, 2020 | 09:39 PM

257 new COVID-19 cases confirmed today (21)

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

Powers vested in DG of Archaeology, transferred

21 Nov, 2020 | 02:13 PM

International drug traffickers connected to Weligama Heroin bust: DIG Ajith Rohana

100kg of heroin seized in Weligama

Jaffna HC dismissed 04 petitions filed against Police on Mahaviru Memo

Jaffna HC dismissed 04 petitions against Police

20 Nov, 2020 | 03:56 PM

Govt. focused on paying troll farms and not for vaccines; Sajith Premadasa

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

Decision to reopen schools made in consultation with stakeholders

Education Min. defends decision to reopen schools

20 Nov, 2020 | 02:08 PM

305 COVID-19 cases reported from Colombo on Thursday (19) – NOCPCO

Mobile Clinics & Special Ambulance service for lock-down areas

Import restrictions to be reviewed; FM tells EU Ambassadors

Import restrictions to be reviewed; Foreign Min.

20 Nov, 2020 | 10:38 AM

COVID-19 infected mother & son leave IDH without authorization

COVID-19 death toll in SL rises to 73 following 04 deaths reported on Thursday (19)

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

Rapid Antigen Test not substitute for PCR

19 Nov, 2020 | 06:57 PM

Over 800 cops exposed to COVID-19; SL Police says spread controlled

President in Parliament for Second Reading of the 2021 Budget.

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

"We need investments: not loans", says President

19 Nov, 2020 | 03:07 PM

Schools to re-open on 23rd Nov., excluding in W/Province & lock-down areas

Lalith Weeratunga and Anusha Palpita acquitted in Sil Cloth case

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

Yardstick of success or failure is public opinion

18 Nov, 2020 | 09:18 PM

‘Hands off the media’, warns the Opposition Leader

Government inherited a failed governance structure; PM

Prisoner who broke out of the Old Bogambara Prison, arrested

Prison escapee arrested following manhunt

18 Nov, 2020 | 05:31 PM

Dr. Anil Jasinghe set to return to combat COVID-19

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

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

Bogambara Prison Break: Manhunt to locate escapee

18 Nov, 2020 | 10:49 AM

Minor tremor experienced in Digana on Wednesday (18)

COVID-19 deaths rise in Sri Lanka with 05 deaths on Tuesday (17)

Key take aways from the 2021 Budget

17 Nov, 2020 | 08:01 PM

VAT unchanged for businesses with turnover of over Rs. 25 mn per month

Live Blog: Budget 2021 – Live updates

Voluntary Retirement Scheme of Sri Lankan Airlines Ltd., approved

Over 500 UL workers to retire within next 03 years

17 Nov, 2020 | 11:51 AM

3,281 people in 33 tri service-managed QCs are still in quarantine

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

Another 85 Sri Lankans return to the island

17 Nov, 2020 | 10:06 AM

03 COVID-19 deaths reported and Sri Lanka’s COVID-19 death toll rises to 61

Another Covid vaccine breakthrough; Moderna reveals product is 94.5% effective

2021 Appropriation Bill will be presented on Tuesday (17)

2021 Appropriation Bill to be presented on Tuesday

16 Nov, 2020 | 03:58 PM

02 Female Officers commissioned as Pilots for the 01st time in SLAF history

Clearing Kallaru in Wilpattu is illegal; COA rules against Bathiudeen

Mobile Medical Clinics for lock-down residents

16 Nov, 2020 | 10:49 AM

Separate facilities to treat COVID-19 infected prisoners

COVID-19 death toll in Sri Lanka rises to 58, with 05 deaths reported on Sunday (15)

COVID-19 cases from Sri Lankan prisons surge

15 Nov, 2020 | 02:59 PM

Additional hospitals to treat COVID-19 patients

Several more areas in Colombo including Fort & Slave Island isolated

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

One arrested over fake news on COVID-19 deaths

14 Nov, 2020 | 11:26 AM

Senior Journalist & Veteran Artiste Sydney Chandrasekara passes away

Sri Lanka exceeds 16,000 COVID-19 cases: 468 new cases confirmed on Friday (13)

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

COVID-19 deaths in SL rise to 53

13 Nov, 2020 | 07:33 PM

Foreign Ministry cautions Sri Lankan travellers over payment scams

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

CID investigation social media posts on people dropping dead

CID probing claims on people dropping dead

13 Nov, 2020 | 05:58 PM

People with chronic diseases must continue taking their medicine

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

Lock-down & Quarantine Order will be lifted after review

COVID-19 situation in SL will be analysed

13 Nov, 2020 | 01:25 PM

COVID-19 may not be cause for people dropping dead; Dr. Jayaruwan Bandara

Repatriation of Sri Lankans to resume next week

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

aerial surveillance op leads to 07 more arrests

13 Nov, 2020 | 12:16 PM

MPs sign letter requesting Basil Rajapaksa to enter Parliament

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

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

SLAF op to monitor quarantine violators (VIDEO)

12 Nov, 2020 | 07:19 PM

15 arrested from lock-down areas following drone monitoring op

2020 Budget passed in Parliament without a vote

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

New Drone Regiment for Sri Lanka Army

12 Nov, 2020 | 05:21 PM

02 COVID-19 deaths reported in Sri Lanka on Thursday (12)

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

All foreign currency debt dues for 2020 settled

12 Nov, 2020 | 01:44 PM

Sri Lanka Police clarifies reports on police officers infected with COVID-19

People who exited WP will be placed in quarantine – Police

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

Prisoners protest demanding PCR tests

12 Nov, 2020 | 10:45 AM

635 COVID-19 cases were reported on Wednesday (11)

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

45th COVID-19 death reported in Sri Lanka

11 Nov, 2020 | 09:18 PM

Exiting the Western Province prohibited with immediate effect

CHEC project workers exposed to COVID-19, says Port City Colombo

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

COVID-19 deaths in SL rise to 44

11 Nov, 2020 | 04:19 PM

SL born Quadriplegic Doctor is Queensland’s Australian of the Year

42nd COVID-19 death reported in Sri Lanka

Celebrate Diwali indoors, urges Nuwara Eliya District Secretary

Celebrate Diwali indoors, urges N'Eliya GA

11 Nov, 2020 | 01:56 PM

Manning Market will be shifted to Peliyagoda from 16th November

Special Ambulance Service For Lock-down Areas

430 COVID-19 cases reported on Tuesday (10)

11 Nov, 2020 | 09:02 AM

41st COVID-19 death reported in Sri Lanka

Bus fares to increase with effect from midnight, subject to conditions

Unidentified male among the latest COVID-19 victims

COVID-19 death toll in Sri Lanka rises to 40

10 Nov, 2020 | 05:15 PM

Navy seizes stock of Kerala cannabis worth over Rs. 31 Mn

2,362 people undergoing quarantine 27 tri service-managed QCs

Paddy stocks to be sold via Sathosa

10 Nov, 2020 | 11:56 AM

DGHS authorized officer to permit travel in lock-down areas

DGHS approval required for essential workers to exit isolated zones

36th COVID-19 death reported in Sri Lanka

09 Nov, 2020 | 11:29 PM

Angulana North & South placed in isolation

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

Guidelines to address prison overcrowding

09 Nov, 2020 | 04:37 PM

Several Committees in Parliament will meet on Monday (09)

MT New Diamond reaches the UAE; cargo of crude to be removed

35th COVID-19 death reported in Sri Lanka

08 Nov, 2020 | 10:09 PM

FAQs on how to operate after quarantine is lifted clarified by police

BOI & EDB projects in isolated areas permitted to operate

No-one is permitted to exit isolated areas; Police

08 Nov, 2020 | 03:37 PM

Minimum staff to report to State Institutions, Work from Home to continue

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

COVID-19 death toll in Sri Lanka rises to 34

07 Nov, 2020 | 09:24 PM

Sri Lanka to receive antigen test kits from WHO on Sunday

Seven inmates at Bogambara prison test positive for COVID-19

30th COVID-19 death reported in Sri Lanka

06 Nov, 2020 | 11:56 PM

News 1st marks 25 years of serving the people

More prisoners test positive for COVID-19

More contacts of Peliyagoda Cluster test positive for COVID-19

COVID-19 cases on the rise

06 Nov, 2020 | 07:03 PM

Badugama New Settlement area removed from isolated areas list

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

05 COVID-19 deaths reported in Sri Lanka

05 Nov, 2020 | 06:27 PM

Lanka Premier League to go ahead after authorities give green light

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

138 COVID-19 cases from the Colombo Municipality

05 Nov, 2020 | 03:17 PM

COVID-19 infiltrates Welikada Prison; several inmates test positive

Pharmaceutical Society introduces hotline to assist COVID-19 cases

Central Mail Exchange closed until further notice

COVID-19 cases reported from Central Mail Exchange

05 Nov, 2020 | 12:03 PM

Country cannot be on lock-down until a cure is discovered; President

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

GMOA resigns from health ministry’s technical committee

GMOA resigns from govt. technical committee

04 Nov, 2020 | 01:07 PM

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

23rd COVID-19 death reported in SL; COD ruled as Lung Infection

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

COVID-19 cases on the rise

03 Nov, 2020 | 06:53 PM

22nd COVID-19 death reported; COD ruled as COVID-19 Pneumonia

Isurupaya closed following detection of COVID-19 case

Contact Details of Hospitals in WP & Kurunegala

03 Nov, 2020 | 01:46 PM

(VIDEO) Largest whale stranding in Sri Lanka draws epic volunteer rescue effort

Quarantine Curfew Pass application for Industries (Available for Download)

Multiple areas in Kegalle & Kurunegala isolated

02 Nov, 2020 | 10:33 PM

Health Officials revise COVID-19 death toll; Suicide Victim removed from list

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

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

COVID-19 cases on the rise

02 Nov, 2020 | 05:37 PM

Why was suicide victim added COVID-19 death toll? Epidemiologists Explain

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

Suicide Victim tests positive for COVID-19

02 Nov, 2020 | 12:26 PM

‘Work From Home’, back for State Institutions in Western Province

21st COVID-19 death reported in Sri Lanka

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

COVID-19 cases continue to rise in Sri Lanka

01 Nov, 2020 | 06:44 PM

Quarantine Curfew re-imposed for the Western Province

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

1633 arrested in October for violating quarantine curfew

1633 arrested in Oct. for violating Q/Curfew

01 Nov, 2020 | 10:12 AM

102 new COVID-19 cases reported in Sri Lanka (31st Oct. 2130 hours)

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

454 people who left the Western Province in Quarantine

454 people who left the W/Province Quarantined

31 Oct, 2020 | 05:20 PM

Current COVID-19 strain different to previous strains; Sri Lankan Researchers reveal details

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

221 arrested in 24 hours for violating quarantine regulations

221 arrested in 24 hrs for violating curfew

31 Oct, 2020 | 11:48 AM

20th COVID-19 death reported in Sri Lanka

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

Legal action against Colpetty wedding party

30 Oct, 2020 | 05:36 PM

No pill given when doing PCR, beware of bogus PHIs; warns police

Special operation to trace people who fled Western Province

586 COVID-19 cases reported on Thursday (29)

30 Oct, 2020 | 10:29 AM

414 new COVID-19 cases reported on Thursday (29) – 1900 hours

20 garbage filled containers to be repatriated to the UK on Friday

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

Do not visit Nuwara Eliya; District Secretary

29 Oct, 2020 | 03:08 PM

Only essential services to use expressway during quarantine curfew

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

Mano Ganesan withdraws signature from Duminda Silva’s release petition

Mano withdraws signature from petition

29 Oct, 2020 | 01:06 PM

SJB tells speaker to allocate separate seating for 09 expelled MPs

20th Amendment becomes the Law of the country

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

Restrictions eased in Kalutara

29 Oct, 2020 | 11:57 AM

COVID-19 cases pass 9,000 mark with 335 new cases on Wednesday

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

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

Don't leave WP before Quarantine Curfew

28 Oct, 2020 | 06:48 PM

Sri Lanka not in a debt trap though China helped develop infrastructure; President

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

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

Mike Pompeo says China is a Predator

28 Oct, 2020 | 03:05 PM

Quarantine Curfew for the entire Western Province from 29th Oct.

US Secretary of State meets President Rajapaksa

April Attacks PCoI sessions postponed

28 Oct, 2020 | 08:39 AM

Quarantine curfew in four more police jurisdictions

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

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

COVID-19 cases on the rise

27 Oct, 2020 | 06:24 PM

Bail rejected for Rishad Bathiudeen; MP returned to remand custody

17th COVID-19 Death Reported in Sri Lanka

Protest opposite US Embassy against Mike Pompeo’s visit

Protest against Mike Pompeo's visit to SL

27 Oct, 2020 | 10:33 AM

Pardon Duminda, Tamil political prisoners – Mano Ganesan

Sri Lanka records 541 COVID-19 infections on Monday

280 new COVID-19 cases reported

26 Oct, 2020 | 07:13 PM

Close contacts of COVID-19 cases to be quarantined at home

Police & CPSTL join to disinfect public places in Colombo

10 cases from Lady Ridgeway Hospital for Children

26 Oct, 2020 | 03:15 PM

SL on the verge of entering community stage of COVID-19; warns GMOA

Transportation Services in Colombo restricted

16th COVID-19 death reported in Sri Lanka

25 Oct, 2020 | 10:59 PM

348 COVID-19 cases reported as at 2130 hours on 25th October

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

Counsel object naming Patali as respondent in Gammanpila’s complaint

Gammanpila's complaint examined at PCoI

25 Oct, 2020 | 04:04 PM

Food Outlets & Pharmacies to re-open in Gampaha on Monday

Quarantine Curfew for multiple areas in Colombo from Sunday evening

Properly cooked fish do not carry the virus

25 Oct, 2020 | 11:32 AM

Public in Quarantine Curfew areas can contact designated officers to address issues; Police

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

Curfew imposed in six police jurisdictions

24 Oct, 2020 | 09:39 PM

Curfew in Gothatuwa, Mulleriyawa from 7 pm today

866 COVID-19 cases reported on Friday (23); Over 60% from Peliyagoda Fish Market

Quarantine curfew imposed in Dematagoda, Maradana

23 Oct, 2020 | 09:46 PM

609 new COVID-19 cases reported; 496 from Peliyagoda Fish Market

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

Diana Gamage defends decision to support 20A

23 Oct, 2020 | 05:38 PM

45 Custom Officers Quarantined; COVID-19 scare closes Galle Post Office

COVID-19 patient who escaped from hospital located

AG directs police to conduct criminal inquiry on Aranthalawa Bhikku Massacre

Criminal Investigation on Aranthalawa Massacre

23 Oct, 2020 | 03:17 PM

Zaharan’s wife testifies for the first time after 17 months in detention

More than 400,000 PCR tests carried out so far in Sri Lanka

COVID-19 patient escapes from Kosgama Hospital

23 Oct, 2020 | 11:20 AM

Beruwala Fisheries Harbour Closed

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

20th Amendment to the Constitution passed in Parliament

20th Amendment Passed

22 Oct, 2020 | 09:37 PM

No islandwide curfew : Army Commander

Second Reading on 20A passed with a majority in Parliament

14th COVID-19 death reported in Sri Lanka

22 Oct, 2020 | 06:34 PM

Death Sentence leads to verbal spar between Justice Minister & Opposition Leader

Driver’s license validity period extended by three months

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

Those who visited Peliyagoda Fish Market visit PHI

22 Oct, 2020 | 04:02 PM

50 new COVID-19 cases from Minuwangoda Cluster

Quarantine Curfew for Kotahena from 06:00 PM on Thursday (22)

Two Customs Inspectors tested positive for COVID-19

Two Customs Inspectors exposed to COVID-19

22 Oct, 2020 | 03:08 PM

Zaharan Hashim’s wife at PCoI on April Attacks for the first time

(VIDEO) Rishad Bathiudeen comes to Parliament in PPE

Clause in 20A regarding Dual Citizens will remain

22 Oct, 2020 | 11:47 AM

Leftist faction in govt. oppose amending Dual Citizenship law via 20A

Consular Services at Foreign Ministry Suspended

Quarantine Curfew for multiple areas in Colombo

22 Oct, 2020 | 08:10 AM

U.S. Secretary of State – Mike Pompeo to come to Sri Lanka to achieve common Indo-Pacific goals

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

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

COVID-19 numbers in SL continue to rise

21 Oct, 2020 | 05:11 PM

Who is permitted to travel during Quarantine Curfew?; Clarification from Police

Quarantine Curfew for Gampaha District

Peliyagoda Fish Market closed

21 Oct, 2020 | 12:14 PM

Indictments handed over to Ex-Minister Patali Champika Ranawaka

Debate on 20th Amendment to the Constitution underway

SJB motorcade against 20A reaches Parliament

21 Oct, 2020 | 09:49 AM

Minuwangoda cluster continues to grow with 180 new cases on Tuesday(20)

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

More hospitals to be allocated to treat COVID-19 cases

More hospitals to treat COVID-19 cases

20 Oct, 2020 | 04:02 PM

Health Minister clashes with Opposition Leader over ‘Public Place’ (VIDEO)

60 new COVID-19 cases were reported from Minuwangoda cluster

Quarantine curfew for Kuliyapitiya and 04 other police areas

Quarantine curfew for 05 new police areas

20 Oct, 2020 | 02:43 PM

Court orders to hand-over Madush’s body to legally married wife

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

Several articles in 20A inconsistent with constitution; SC determination

Some 20A articles inconsistent with constitution

20 Oct, 2020 | 10:40 AM

SC position on 20A to be presented to Parliament – Speaker

‘Makandure Madush’ killed in Maligawatte shootout

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

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

20 Oct, 2020 | 12:37 AM

Provision on Audits in 19A to be retained; Wimal Weerawansa

40 new COVID-19 cases reported (19 Oct.); Minuwangoda cluster grows

Groceries and Pharmacies in Quarantine Curfew areas to re-open

Groceries and Pharmacies to re-open

19 Oct, 2020 | 06:41 PM

Rishad Bathiudeen remanded by Fort Magistrate’s Court

AG told CID to have Rishad under surveillance before directing for arrest

07 people arrested for assisting Rishad Bathiudeen to evade arrest

07 arrested for harboring Rishad Bathiudeen

19 Oct, 2020 | 03:09 PM

47 new COVID-19 cases from the Minuwangoda cluster

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

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

This week is crucial,warns Army Commander

19 Oct, 2020 | 12:09 PM

COVID-19 cases from Minuwangoda cluster rises to 2077

Ayurveda introduces multiple herbal drugs to fight corona-virus

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

Rs. 178 billion worth loans approved

19 Oct, 2020 | 10:26 AM

Rishad Bathiudeen arrested by CID

16 officers from Police Post in Armor Street quarantined

Former IGP says there are undisclosed events surrounding 2019 Attacks

Startling Revelations at PCoI - 2019 April Attacks

18 Oct, 2020 | 11:09 PM

Examination invigilator arrested for answering question paper of a student at an Advanced Level examination center

73 new COVID-19 cases were reported from the Minuwangoda Cluster

Jacinda Ardern wins second term

17 Oct, 2020 | 02:59 PM

CID gets new Director; 08 SSPs & 04 ASPs transferred with immediate effect

Repatriation process of Sri Lankans to commence next week

Zaharan Hashim planned to use 20 suicide bombers; Witness tells PCoI

Zaharan planned to launch three waves of attacks

16 Oct, 2020 | 07:52 PM

110 COVID-19 cases from Minuwangoda cluster (1900 hours)

More than 100 CMC members & staff undergo PCR test

Minuwangoda cluster increases with 61 new cases (1430 hours)

Minuwangoda COVID-19 cluster grows

16 Oct, 2020 | 03:16 PM

20A creates arbitrary executive, weak cabinet ; Theros tell President

Petition filed countering Riyad’s petition with Court of Appeal

Wanted Criminal ‘Katta’ Kamini arrested; Reportedly linked with Dawood Ibrahim

Wanted Criminal ‘Katta’ Kamini arrested in India

16 Oct, 2020 | 11:28 AM

Two dead in Kandy elevator tragedy

Prisoners can now make phone-calls to their families

74 COVID-19 cases on Thursday(15); 68 from Minuwangoda cluster

Minuwangoda COVID-19 cluster grows

16 Oct, 2020 | 10:31 AM

Covid-19 (Preventive Measures) Regulations Extraordinary Gazette issued

‘Podi Lassie’ handed over to the CID for 90 Days

Staff member attached to CMC exposed to COVID-19

15 Oct, 2020 | 07:29 PM

Grocery Shops and Pharmacies to re-open on Friday (16)

SIS Director never mentioned foreign intelligence; Ex-President

Gazette on Quarantine Regulations Today

15 Oct, 2020 | 05:42 PM

49 new COVID-19 cases reported on Thursday (15) – Army Commander

Officers who failed to prevent attacks should be held responsible; Ex-President

1,723 COVID-19 positive cases reported from Minuwangoda factory

132 COVID-19 cases reported on Wednesday (14)

15 Oct, 2020 | 11:25 AM

MT New Diamond skipper fined Rs. 12 Million

Life in Prison for three defendants for heroin peddling

113 new COVID-19 cases reported (1930 hours) – Army Commander

Minuwangoda cluster climbs to over 1700 cases

14 Oct, 2020 | 07:53 PM

Ex-Min. Rishad Missing & Multiple Police teams deployed to arrest him

Quarantine Curfew for Katuanayake Police Jurisdiction

A/Level student exposed to COVID-19

14 Oct, 2020 | 05:49 PM

Ship them back! Appeal Court orders CEA to send back garbage containers

(VIDEO) Tea pluckers crushed to death in Balangoda

COVID-19 cases reported from 21 districts

14 Oct, 2020 | 09:57 AM

COVID-19 cases in Minuwangoda cluster tops 1500

Import Tax on multiple essential items lifted

AG directs Police to arrest Rishad Bathiudeen

13 Oct, 2020 | 05:39 PM

Warrant not necessary to arrest Rishad Bathiudeen; Court tells CID

AG directs Acting IGP to arrest MP Rishad Bathiudeen

Random PCR tests to be carried out amidst surge in COVID-19 cases

Random PCR tests to be carried out in SL

13 Oct, 2020 | 12:21 PM

Multiple events led to the 2019 April 21st Attacks – Ranjith Madduma Bandara

ETI Inquiry Report to be sent to AG to institute legal action

Home delivery of medicine begins today

13 Oct, 2020 | 10:18 AM

NOCPCO Task Force recommends Quarantine Curfew at Police Div. on case by case evaluation

Riyad Bathiudeen was released by CID on unjustifiable grounds; AG

Isolated areas in Mannar re-opened; Army Commander

12 Oct, 2020 | 06:22 PM

No decision on island-wide lock-down; Health Ministry

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

SriLankan Cargo operations worker tests positive for COVID-19

UL Cargo worker tests positive for COVID-19

12 Oct, 2020 | 02:18 PM

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

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

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

13 drug trafficking PNB officers further remanded

12 Oct, 2020 | 12:01 PM

A/Level exam begins under strict health guidelines

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

More than 120 COVID-19 cases reported on Sunday

11 Oct, 2020 | 10:37 PM

COVID-19 cases from Minuwangoda cluster continues to rise

Two villages in Mannar placed under lockdown; Army Commander

China provides Sri Lanka a grant of Rs. 16.5 Bn

11 Oct, 2020 | 05:58 PM

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

Student at Kelaniya University confirmed COVID-19 positive

Grade 05 scholarship examination takes place today

11 Oct, 2020 | 07:49 AM

105 COVID-19 cases reported on Saturday (10) – 02 Sri Lankan Seafarers among them

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

03 National Hospital staff test positive

10 Oct, 2020 | 07:20 PM

119 COVID-19 cases unaccounted for in Gampaha; District Secretary

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

Ministry of Indigenous Medicine produces drugs to combat COVID-19

Indigenous Medicine to combat COVID-19

10 Oct, 2020 | 03:01 PM

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

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

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

Maintaining military preparedness is critical

10 Oct, 2020 | 10:42 AM

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

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

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

35 new COVID-19 cases confirmed on Friday (09)

10 Oct, 2020 | 07:44 AM

COVID-19 cases from Minunwangoda cluster on the rise

AGs clears process of destroying foreign items with suspected contamination

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

Power devolution is dangerous; Sarath Weerasekera

09 Oct, 2020 | 04:44 PM

Chinese delegation assures continuous assistance towards Sri Lanka’s development

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

Colombo International Book Fair visitor tested positive for COVID-19

Individual who visited CIBF tests positive

09 Oct, 2020 | 02:44 PM

Committee probing ETI recommends filing criminal case against Director Board

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

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

Curfew restrictions eased until 08PM

09 Oct, 2020 | 10:51 AM

91 people arrested for violating quarantine curfew since Sunday

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

10 new Corona-virus cases reported from Minuwangoda cluster

COVID-19 cases on the rise

08 Oct, 2020 | 06:35 PM

Pregnant woman who tested positive transferred for treatment

18 year old arrested for posting false information on curfew

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

Office attached to Parliament closed

08 Oct, 2020 | 05:55 PM

Minuwangoda Police officers quarantined and subject to PCR tests

Follow instructions given by the health authorities, urges President Rajapaksa

CEB recorded mammoth losses from 2015-2019

08 Oct, 2020 | 02:46 PM

All BIA and MRIA staff subject to PRC tests; State Minister D. V. Chanaka

Agricultural goods to be transported via trains after 50 years

MT New Diamond Captain indicted

08 Oct, 2020 | 12:42 PM

‘Pillayan’ testifies for the first time at PCoI probing 2019 April Attacks

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

16 COVID-19 cases confirmed from other districts

08 Oct, 2020 | 10:21 AM

Several more apparel workers test positive for COVID-19

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

Welisara Brandix worker also tests positive

07 Oct, 2020 | 06:20 PM

Multiple Government Agencies suspend operations due to COVID-19

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

UPDATE: Another Quarantine order issued

07 Oct, 2020 | 04:47 PM

Divulapitiya apparel worker NOT origin of Minuwangoda Brandix cluster

Quarantine order issued for all Minuwangoda Brandix workers

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

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

07 Oct, 2020 | 02:25 PM

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

Quarantine Curfew imposed for Seeduwa Police Jurisdiction

8000 people from Minuwangoda apparel factory cluster moved into quarantine

4000 people in self-quarantine

07 Oct, 2020 | 11:54 AM

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

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

Quarantine/Police curfew for multiple areas

07 Oct, 2020 | 07:41 AM

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

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

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

Next 48 hours are crucial; says Keheliya

06 Oct, 2020 | 06:59 PM

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

139 new COVID-19 cases from Minuwangoda Factory cluster

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

Death-row politico requests to attend PS session

06 Oct, 2020 | 05:50 PM

BRANDIX OFFICIAL STATEMENT on Minuwangoda COVID-19 cluster

UPDATE: Quarantine Curfew ONLY for 04 Police Jurisdictions

China accuses US Ambassador of violating diplomatic protocols

China accuses US Ambassador of violating protocols

06 Oct, 2020 | 02:50 PM

All Minuwangoda factory workers & families, remain indoors

Police Curfew for Gampaha Police Jurisdiction

More than 200 new COVID-19 cases from Minuwangoda

06 Oct, 2020 | 01:36 PM

Agreement on compensation for marine pollution yet to be reached

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

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

7211 people in 79 tri-service-managed QCs

06 Oct, 2020 | 11:20 AM

Wellawatte resident arrested for posting fake content on COVID-19

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

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

Random PCR tests across Sri Lanka; President

05 Oct, 2020 | 07:40 PM

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

Anyone linked to the Divulapitiya apparel factory must remain at home

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

Scholarship & A/L to take place as planned,for now

05 Oct, 2020 | 05:53 PM

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

SC to direct determination on 20A to Speaker and President

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

Wijeyadasa writes to President on 20A

05 Oct, 2020 | 04:35 PM

Dhamma Schools to remain closed until further notice

Visitation suspended across all prisons in the country

Avoid unnecessary gatherings,warns Health Ministry

05 Oct, 2020 | 02:32 PM

69 Apparel workers in Minuwangoda tested positive for COVID-19

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

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

Don't conceal fever-like symptoms: Army Commander

05 Oct, 2020 | 10:15 AM

Police Curfew imposed for Veyangoda with immediate effect

Tuition classes in Colombo & Gampaha suspended until further notice

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

Port workers from COVID-19 zones stay at home

04 Oct, 2020 | 08:46 PM

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

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

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

Public urged to desist visiting no-go areas

04 Oct, 2020 | 04:38 PM

No Political deal with Rishad Bathiudeen, says President Rajapaksa

Kelaniya University and several institutes in Gampaha closed: UGC

All schools closed from tomorrow: Ministry of Education

2nd Term School holidays will begin from tomorrow

04 Oct, 2020 | 12:36 PM

Police curfew imposed in Divulapitiya and Minuwangoda Police jurisdictions

COVID-19 case detected from Divulapitiya

New Diamond towed away defying MEPA and AG advice

03 Oct, 2020 | 06:42 PM

CBSL successfully settles $ 01 Bn ISB on behalf of GoSL

MT New Diamond permitted to leave?

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

Customs probing foreign liquor racket

02 Oct, 2020 | 07:06 PM

UPDATE: The background on 20A must be considered; Gamini Marapana PC tells SC

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

Colombo HC determines case against Johnston cannot be carried forward

Case against Johnston cannot be carried forward;HC

02 Oct, 2020 | 04:44 PM

Warrant issued against Arjuna Ranatunga for failing to appear in court

Sri Lanka Institute of Advanced Technological Education standards to be upgraded

Structural weaknesses & sub-standard material cause of Buwelikada collapse

NBRO says structural fault cause of Kandy collapse

02 Oct, 2020 | 03:24 PM

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

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

Scores injured after bus plunges into precipice

02 Oct, 2020 | 11:35 AM

Katana Money Heist : 04 suspects arrested & Rs. 7.2 Mn recovered

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

GAMMADDA & UoM TAKE ROBOTS ON TOUR WITH #TechBusSL

#TeachBusSL - A New Learning Initiative

02 Oct, 2020 | 07:14 AM

Previous govt. responsible over April 21 attacks : Hemasiri

Sri Lanka responds to UN Human Rights Chief’s report

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

20A not as serious as 1978 constitution

01 Oct, 2020 | 06:29 PM

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

COPE to commence sessions on government bodies from 06th October

06 police teams investigating Katana money heist

01 Oct, 2020 | 04:09 PM

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

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

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

Politicians fail due to actions of their wives; PM

01 Oct, 2020 | 03:06 PM

Only purchase TRCSL approved mobile phones; Number Portability service to be available soon

Luxury bus driver and conductor arrested for reckless driving in Payagala

President instructs to complete BIA Terminal 02 construction by 2023

BIA Terminal 02 will be upgraded as Smart Terminal

01 Oct, 2020 | 12:43 PM

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

Public & Private trade unions form movement to challenge 20A

Petitioners concerned with AGs document

30 Sep, 2020 | 11:20 PM

Asgiri Chapter concerned with 20th Amendment

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

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

02 arrested for pelting stones at Sajith's meeting

30 Sep, 2020 | 04:05 PM

2021 Budget to be presented on 17th November 2020: State Min. Ajith Nivard Cabraal

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

Govt. to introduce Certificate of Road-worthiness

30 Sep, 2020 | 09:16 AM

New homes for estate workers close their existing line houses

Indian Police tracing Chanuka Thananayake, Angoda Lokka’s aide

New Diamond oil leak affects marine life

29 Sep, 2020 | 12:29 PM

GoSL to introduce amendments to 20A at committee stage discussions; AG tells SC

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

False info being spread on environmental destruction : PMD

False info on environmental destruction : PMD

28 Sep, 2020 | 09:16 PM

CAA raids traders selling coconuts above MRP; State Minister to address measuring issue

MT New Diamond skipper barred from traveling overseas

RTI introduced via 19A to be retained in 20A

28 Sep, 2020 | 03:35 PM

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

End of an Era : Tennyson Cooray no more

MT New Diamond Skipper produced in Court

28 Sep, 2020 | 12:09 PM

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

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

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

21 Freight containers of waste returned to UK

27 Sep, 2020 | 10:14 AM

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

MT New Diamond owners agree to settle claim in full

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

10-hour water in Colombo: NWSDB

26 Sep, 2020 | 01:36 PM

Consider all the verbal orders as circulars – President

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

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

Tie-Coat comment leads to heated argument

25 Sep, 2020 | 07:33 PM

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

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

"SLFP must prepare itself to re-enter politics"

25 Sep, 2020 | 06:12 PM

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

High Posts Committee approves appointment of 08 new diplomats

Cycle path from Colombo Port City to Diyatha Uyana

25 Sep, 2020 | 03:06 PM

10 hour water cut on Saturday for Colombo 12- 15

05 Judge Bench to consider petitions challenging 20th Amendment

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

Three arrested for attempting to sell Leopard meat

25 Sep, 2020 | 11:41 AM

SIS and TID Heads had issues among them; Ex-State Defence Minister tells PCoI

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

AG submits a further claim of Rs. 100 Million

24 Sep, 2020 | 05:50 PM

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

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

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

New Diamond owners agree to settle SL claim

24 Sep, 2020 | 02:35 PM

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

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

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

Ex-Governor also filed petition challenging 20A

24 Sep, 2020 | 02:00 PM

Certain International trade agreements not favourable to Sri Lanka: President

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

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

Did the US prepare 20A for SL?

23 Sep, 2020 | 06:18 PM

(VIDEO) Fire engulfs hotel building in Bandarawela Town

Examination Centers to be fumigated to combat dengue ahead of exams

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

Ex-President,Secretary & Auxiliary Bishops at PCoI

23 Sep, 2020 | 03:08 PM

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

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

Virtual Summit between Prime Ministers of Sri Lanka and India

Sri Lankan & Indian PMs summit on Saturday

23 Sep, 2020 | 01:48 PM

SJB files special determination petition challenging 20A

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

LRTS temporarily suspended

23 Sep, 2020 | 11:12 AM

SL Embassy in Qatar temporarily closed for two weeks

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

Temperance movement in Sri Lanka says NO to marijuana legalization

Temperance Movement says NO Cannabis legalization

22 Sep, 2020 | 10:43 PM

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

Ahtaullah withdraws from Parliament session following criticism on attire

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

PCoI to issue order on Sirisena's statement

22 Sep, 2020 | 03:44 PM

Cardinal believes justice will be served via PCoI probing April Attacks

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

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

Chaos in Parliament as 20A presented

22 Sep, 2020 | 12:42 PM

20A presented to parliament

Ex-President at PCoI

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

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

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

Bribery cases filed against Ravi Karunanayake and Arjun Aloysius

Bribery cases filed against Ravi K and Arjun A

21 Sep, 2020 | 01:31 PM

Legal action against violators of Traffic Lane Law

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

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

SLAF airdropped dispersant on oil slick

20 Sep, 2020 | 12:22 PM

Sri Lankan Members of Parliament to receive TABS

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

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

Infant rescued after Kandy building collapse dies

20 Sep, 2020 | 09:38 AM

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

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

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

Nuwara Eliya records highest rainfall in the past 24 hours

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

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

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

262,378 PCR tests carried out in SL so far

18 Sep, 2020 | 05:19 PM

RED ALERT issued for Heavy Rains across many areas in Sri Lanka

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

CLINTON SCHOOL & GAMMADDA: GLOBAL PARTNERSHIP

18 Sep, 2020 | 10:59 AM

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

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

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

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

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

Individual below 18 will be prescribed as a child

17 Sep, 2020 | 04:41 PM

2021 Draft Appropriation Bill in October; Cabinet approves Finance Minister’s proposal

Cabinet nod for international bidding process for 300MW LNG Plant

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

‘VIKAARI’ to premier at LA Screamfest

17 Sep, 2020 | 11:36 AM

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

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

Draft 20A report not presented to Cabinet

16 Sep, 2020 | 07:09 PM

AG directs CID to name MT New Diamond Captain as suspect

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

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

ETI & SANASA (Gampaha) depositors voice concerns over fraud

Traffic Lane Law to be strictly enforced from 21st

16 Sep, 2020 | 04:09 PM

Windy and showery condition to enhance this week

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

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

Central Bank is working on swap arrangement

16 Sep, 2020 | 12:15 PM

PM Committee Report on 20A to be tabled at Cabinet Meeting

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

03 more expatriates test positive for COVID-19

15 Sep, 2020 | 05:13 PM

Police seek Attorney General advice against ‘Angoda Lokka’

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

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

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

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

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

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

UN Human Rights Commissioner concerned over proposed 20th Amendment

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

12 new High Court Judges appointed by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa

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

25 criminals at ‘Boossa Prison’ call off strike

14 Sep, 2020 | 12:01 PM

55 SIM cards used by drug trafficking PNB officers in illicit operation

Another earth tremor recorded in Kandy on Friday: GSMB

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

MP Senaratne appear before PCoI probing April 21st attacks

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

Audit Services Union raises red flags on 20A

10 Sep, 2020 | 08:39 PM

12 hour water cut in Colombo – NWSDB

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

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

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

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

More than 6000 people still in quarantine

09 Sep, 2020 | 02:19 PM

Anawilundawa Wetland Committee report tabled in Parliament

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

Zahran had support from an outside force

09 Sep, 2020 | 11:00 AM

Reignited fire aboard the MT New Diamond contained; Sri Lanka Navy

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

Diesel oil patch observed close to MT New Diamond

08 Sep, 2020 | 10:25 PM

Forest lands for Chena Cultivation? Cabinet Paper to be presented on Wednesday.

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

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

Decision must be made to move MT New Diamond; AG

08 Sep, 2020 | 06:35 PM

MT New Diamond Crew transferred to Hambantota Port, will be quarantined in Galle

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

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

Premalal Jayasekera takes oath as MP

08 Sep, 2020 | 01:16 PM

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

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

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

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

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

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

Saudi authorities decide not to charge Sri Lankans

07 Sep, 2020 | 09:40 PM

Fire reignites aboard the MT New Diamond; collaborative efforts made to contain the fire

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

MT New Diamond salvage operations are currently underway – SL Navy

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

Court of Appeal permits Premalal Jayasekara to attend Parliament

Dozens of Sri Lankans stranded in Seychelles

07 Sep, 2020 | 10:40 AM

(UPDATED) AG advises stakeholders on cost recovery from MT New Diamond Operation

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

MT New Diamond blaze contained

06 Sep, 2020 | 03:17 PM

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

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

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

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

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

If oil spill occurs criminal action to be taken

04 Sep, 2020 | 07:37 PM

‘No oil leak from MT New Diamond’, yet – Marine Environment Protection Authority

7,746 people still under-going quarantine – NOCPCO

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

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

Two including Captain on oil tanker that caught flames rescued

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

Vessel in distress: SLAF & Navy launch rescue ops

03 Sep, 2020 | 10:29 AM

Cabinet approves draft 20th amendment

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

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

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

Tremors felt again in Haragama and Anuragama of Kandy district

Heavy rainfall exceeding 100mm to continue today

02 Sep, 2020 | 07:08 AM

INTERPOL RED NOTICE obtained on 14 wanted Sri Lankan criminals

Draft 20th Amendment submitted to Attorney General for consideration

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

01 Sep, 2020 | 02:30 PM

Drugs in evidence storage have not lessened; Government Analyst’s Department

Three ships of the Russian Federation arrive at port of Hambantota

Dalada Maligawa website comes under cyber attack

31 Aug, 2020 | 09:51 PM

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

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

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

US Defence Secretary calls SL President

31 Aug, 2020 | 03:28 PM

(VIDEO) Ranil Wickremesinghe leaves PCoI after providing statement to Police Unit

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

Police Narcotic Bureau officers charged with drug trafficking, further remanded

Drug trafficking PNB officers further remanded

31 Aug, 2020 | 12:36 PM

Committee inquiring Haragama tremor, to locate epicenter

Committee inquiring Haragama tremor, begins observation visits

Inquiry into tremor felt in Kandy, launched

30 Aug, 2020 | 08:11 AM

Tremor felt in Haragama, Kandy; no reason to panic – Geological Survey & Mines Bureau

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

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

05th Edition of Gammadda Door-to-Door initiative

29 Aug, 2020 | 08:25 AM

Bulldozer operator arrested with regard to razing Anawilundawa Ramsar Wetlands

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

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

Welgama spills the beans on 19A support

28 Aug, 2020 | 05:26 PM

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

Speaker yet to be told about Premalal's Appeal

28 Aug, 2020 | 02:54 PM

Quintuplets born at the De Soysa Hospital for Women

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

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

Patali & others charged with 16 indictments

28 Aug, 2020 | 12:20 PM

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

Norway looking forward to work with new Sri Lankan Government

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

Indian HC hosts dinner for SL Cabinet

27 Aug, 2020 | 05:32 PM

Underworld gangster ‘Indra’ arrested for heroin possession

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

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

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

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

Susil Premajayantha takes oath as State Minister

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

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

Municipal worker further remanded

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

Power-Cut committee report submitted

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

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

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

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

Mahela Jayawardena to chair National Sports Council

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Indian Police tracing 'Angoda Lokka's accomplice

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

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

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

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

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

Live Blog:New Cabinet and State Minister

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

Live Blog – General Election 2020 – Live Updates

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

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

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

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

Homagama Base Hospital to treat COVID-19 patients

29 Apr, 2020 | 06:35 PM

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

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

MOH and 09 PHIs tested negative for COVID-19

MOH and 09 PHIs move into self-quarantine

29 Apr, 2020 | 04:21 PM

Bollywood actor Irrfan Khan dead at 53

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

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

206 sailors & contacts contracted the Coronavirus

28 Apr, 2020 | 05:39 PM

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

COVID-19 positive cases and recoveries on the rise

Pregnant women must make prior appointments before attending clinics

Pregnant women must be alert to certain symptoms

28 Apr, 2020 | 10:13 AM

Covid-19 cases detected from Havelock Lane & Torrington

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

Special Presidential Task Force appointed

27 Apr, 2020 | 07:31 PM

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

Schools will not be used as quarantine facilities

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

03 Universities to start PCR testing in SL

27 Apr, 2020 | 06:11 PM

180 Sri Lanka Navy personnel tested positive for COVID-19

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

Sri Lanka Army replaces Police to maintain external security of Parliament

Army takes over external security of Parliament

27 Apr, 2020 | 03:58 PM

O/L Results released online

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

O/L Examination results to be released today

27 Apr, 2020 | 01:39 PM

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

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

Saudi Arabia to end executions for crimes committed by minors

Saudi to ban death penalty on minors

27 Apr, 2020 | 11:10 AM

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

Rainfall over the island likely to enhance today: Met Department

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

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

27 Apr, 2020 | 12:54 AM

Sri Lanka records more than 500 COVID-19 cases

Island-wide police curfew tomorrow

95 sailors from Welisara tested positive for COVID-19

95 sailors in total tested positive for COVID-19

26 Apr, 2020 | 06:54 PM

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

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

5 more tested positive for COVID-19

26 Apr, 2020 | 02:48 PM

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

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

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

O/L Exam results to be released within two days

26 Apr, 2020 | 10:41 AM

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

13 more people test positive for COVID-19

Curfew extended until 4th May for 4 districts

UPDATE: CURFEW EXTENDED UNTIL 4TH MAY

25 Apr, 2020 | 05:58 PM

Sri Lanka hits out at Fitch for downgrading ranking

SriLankan Airlines’ scheduled flight suspension extended till May 15

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

420 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka

25 Apr, 2020 | 10:40 AM

COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka increases to 416

World Bank projects 19% decline in remittance for Sri Lanka

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

Welisara Camp infections increase to 60

24 Apr, 2020 | 06:03 PM

Six more COVID-19 infections reported in Sri Lanka

Attorney General seeks permission to re-enter department premises

4000 sailors and their families quarantine at Welisara Navy Camp

Welisara Camp sailors recalled

24 Apr, 2020 | 03:16 PM

Sri Lankan child infected with COVID-19 in Maldives

Treasury goes online with lockdown

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

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

24 Apr, 2020 | 12:31 PM

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

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

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

30 sailors test positive from Welisara

23 Apr, 2020 | 11:52 PM

News1st condemns attack on Indian journalist Arnab Goswami

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

Sri Lanka's COVID-19 infections rises to 335

23 Apr, 2020 | 04:17 PM

101 Sri Lankan students airlifted from Amritsar, India

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

No need to seek foreign military assistance, defence secretary says

No need help from foreign military : Defense Sec.

22 Apr, 2020 | 10:34 PM

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

General election candidates barred from relief activities

Sri Lanka reports 11 more COVID-19 infections

22 Apr, 2020 | 01:56 PM

India refutes reports of dispatching army team to Sri Lanka

2696 people continue to remain in quarantine facilities

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

New tax should be paid before the 15th every month

22 Apr, 2020 | 09:53 AM

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

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

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

COVID-19 cases in SL rises to 310

21 Apr, 2020 | 05:59 PM

149 people released from quarantine facilities; 4348 released thus far

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

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

Special flights to bring back stranded students

21 Apr, 2020 | 12:31 PM

603 people arrested for violating Curfew-SL Police

Bandaranaike Mw. placed under lock down : Chief MOH

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

More than 200 families to be sent for quarantine

21 Apr, 2020 | 11:33 AM

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

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

Extraordinary Gazette declaring the General Election has been issued

June 20th Election Gazette Issued

20 Apr, 2020 | 11:37 PM

General election to be held on June 20

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

Licences of buses which violated health guidelines to be suspended

Action against buses violating health guidelines

20 Apr, 2020 | 03:14 PM

Former MP Ramanayake granted bail

Prof. Hoole objects proposal to conduct poll on May 28

Sri Lanka reports 15 new infections of COVID – 19

15 patients test positive for COVID-19

19 Apr, 2020 | 05:37 PM

Bus Terminals and Train Stations disinfected

02 more people test positive for Corona Virus in Sri Lanka

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

Liquor stores to be open when curfew is lifted

19 Apr, 2020 | 01:53 PM

Leopard dies after being rescued in Maskeliya

Sri Lanka imposes import restrictions amidst foreign exchange crisis

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

Government revises curfew regulations

18 Apr, 2020 | 06:38 PM

EXCLUSIVE : Four new species of Beetles identified in Sri Lanka

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

Intelligence units to trace contacts of COVID – 19 patients

Intel units to trace contacts of COVID-19 patients

18 Apr, 2020 | 01:22 PM

5000 buses, 400 trains for public transport from Monday

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

Surgeries won't be suspended at hospitals

18 Apr, 2020 | 09:45 AM

77 people have thus far recovered from COVID-19

Govt. introduces option of settling PAYE taxes through employers

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

IMF to study SL's request for RCF

17 Apr, 2020 | 01:59 PM

COVID-19 recoveries in Sri Lanka rises to 70

Manning Market to remain closed for another week

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

40 more people sent to quarantine

17 Apr, 2020 | 07:59 AM

No Parking Fee in Colombo during curfew period ; CMC

Special Commodity Levy on imported fruits to be hiked

UPDATE: Former minister Rishad Bathiudeen leaves CID

UPDATE: Ex-minister Rishad Bathiudeen leaves CID

16 Apr, 2020 | 12:34 PM

Corona virus patients now mostly from quarantine camps

SIU investigating internal setbacks in previous 21/4 investigation

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

UN urges govt. to revise cremation regulations

14 Apr, 2020 | 10:10 PM

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

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

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

Twitter lifts suspension on Chinese Embassy handle

14 Apr, 2020 | 12:32 PM

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

India extended “Lockdown” till May 3

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

UPDATE:Suspension on Chinese Embassy handle lifted

13 Apr, 2020 | 03:50 PM

Sri Lanka’s unemployment rate rises to 4.8 percent

Work from home period extended

Govt. increases Special Commodity Levy on Palm Oil

12 Apr, 2020 | 07:59 PM

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

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

Bodies of deceased due to COVID – 19 to be cremated

Bodies of COVID - 19 victims to be cremated

12 Apr, 2020 | 02:01 PM

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

Curfew for 19 districts extended to 16th April

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

Tight Security in Ja-Ela after 06 test positive

11 Apr, 2020 | 06:30 PM

Fisheries Department constructs laboratory to detect COVID-19 patients

198th confirmed COVID-19 case reported in Sri Lanka

Senior DIG and several other ranks transferred : Police HQ

Central Province Senior DIG moved to Colombo

11 Apr, 2020 | 05:08 PM

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

Remandees charged under three categories not entitled to receive bail

Navy prohibits migrant boats from entering Sri Lankan waters

Migrant boats will be turned back - SL Navy

11 Apr, 2020 | 12:29 PM

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

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

Mandatory to wear a face mask when travelling

11 Apr, 2020 | 10:57 AM

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

Pharmacies to be kept open in certain areas

1455 remain in quarantine across 12 quarantine facilities

23 Self quarantine violators moved to Oluvil

10 Apr, 2020 | 07:25 PM

Promoting the distillation of spirits at home will lead to prosecution

Ex-Local Government Politician remanded for violating curfew laws

British HC requests British tourists to leave Sri Lanka

British HC requests British tourists to leave SL

10 Apr, 2020 | 02:51 PM

Rice Mill operations declared as an essential service

50 patients recover from COVID – 19 in Sri Lanka

Three stranded Sri Lankans return to the country

10 Apr, 2020 | 12:16 PM

1311 people continue to remain in quarantine facilities in SL

Village in Mannar placed under isolation after COVID-19 movement

Special commodity levy on palm oil to be increased

09 Apr, 2020 | 11:54 PM

Sri Lanka’s COVID – 19 count hits 190

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

EU announces 22 million euro grant to Sri Lanka

09 Apr, 2020 | 01:50 PM

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

Three more recover from COVID – 19

Term of PCoI probing ETI Finance extended

President extends term of PCoI probing ETI Finance

09 Apr, 2020 | 12:39 PM

Curfew in Ratnapura, Pelmadulla police divisions until further notice

Sri Lanka reports seventh death due to COVID-19

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

Update on curfew in 19 districts

08 Apr, 2020 | 05:02 PM

Sri Lanka’s COVID – 19 count reaches 186

Rupee plummets against the US dollar

2014 migrant tragedy video falsely linked to COVID-19

COVID-19 video, revealed as 2014 Migrant Tragedy

08 Apr, 2020 | 11:47 AM

PHI union requests safe mechanism to transport people back to hometowns

More than 1800 curfew violators arrested

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

Public requested to remain at home : PM Rajapaksa

07 Apr, 2020 | 10:00 PM

Sri Lanka’s COVID – 19 cases rises to 185

Sri Lanka’s COVID – 19 cases reaches 183

Sri Lanka to step up COVID - 19 testing

07 Apr, 2020 | 02:09 PM

Sri Lanka confirms sixth COVID-19 death

Eight hour water cut in several areas

UK PM Boris Johnson moved to intensive care

07 Apr, 2020 | 01:14 AM

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

Sick German woman aboard cruise ship taken to Colombo General Hospital

Sri Lanka's rupee slide continues

06 Apr, 2020 | 12:23 PM

Hotlines for free counselling services

Sri Lankan aboard cruise ship brought back to the country

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

05 Apr, 2020 | 09:00 PM

Sri Lanka’s COVID-19 cases rises to 167

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

More than 1000 people arrested for violating the curfew

1245 people arrested for curfew violations

05 Apr, 2020 | 08:53 AM

Hotlines launched for plumbing, electrical services

44 year old dies at Welikanda Hospital from COVID-19

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

03 Apr, 2020 | 10:11 PM

Central bank unexpectedly cut key policy rates on Friday

Udayanga Weerathunga granted bail

World Bank approves loan worth USD 128.6 mn to Sri Lanka

World Bank approves loan worth USD 128.6 mn to SL

03 Apr, 2020 | 10:50 AM

Sri Lanka reports fourth death due to COVID – 19

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

COVID - 19 cases in Sri Lanka rises upto 148

02 Apr, 2020 | 11:39 AM

Third COVID-19 death reported in SL

COVID – 19 patients in SL rises upto 146

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

Returnees asked to contact Police before 12 noon

01 Apr, 2020 | 11:05 AM

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

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

COVID - 19 cases rises upto 142

31 Mar, 2020 | 08:09 PM

UPDATE: Ten more patients test positive for COVID 19

Service providers requested not to disconnect phone connections for delayed payment

Two more COVID-19 cases recover completely

31 Mar, 2020 | 12:38 PM

Police to be stern on curfew violators

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

Second death reported due to COVID – 19 in Sri Lanka

Second death reported due to COVID - 19 in SL

30 Mar, 2020 | 06:47 PM

Update: COVID-19 cases increase to 122

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

Movement in and out of Akurana restricted

29 Mar, 2020 | 08:37 AM

First COVID – 19 death in Sri Lanka

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

Sri Lankan living in Switzerland dies from COVID19

27 Mar, 2020 | 10:12 AM

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

9 hour water cut in Colombo- NWSDB

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

26 Mar, 2020 | 09:01 AM

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

One group re-directed to quarantine facility

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

Govt. identifies high risk zones for COVID - 19

24 Mar, 2020 | 02:12 PM

President announces relief measures to the people amid COVID-19

BREAKING : Updated curfew regulations

Curfew lifted for certain areas

23 Mar, 2020 | 09:38 AM

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

Govt. decides not to allow anyone into the country

CSE declares two-day market holiday

22 Mar, 2020 | 03:13 PM

Passenger flights, cruise ships barred from entering the country

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

Total no. of Covid-19 cases rises to 77

21 Mar, 2020 | 05:38 PM

One COVID-19 death reported; death toll rises to 130

Uva Paranagama residents lament stalled construction of road

Dematagoda residents demand concessions amidst COVID-19

Protest demanding concessions amidst COVID-19

04 Dec, 2020 | 10:27 PM

Intelligence units thwarted unrest at Welikada prison – state minister

Kabir Hashim criticizes government over unfulfilled promises

Mahendran extradition request pending response: AG

04 Dec, 2020 | 08:22 PM

Sri Lanka confirms two deaths due to Cyclone Burevi

SL confirms two deaths due to Cyclone Burevi

04 Dec, 2020 | 07:01 PM

Sajith opposes Speaker’s attempt to expunge comment in Parliament

Speaker cannot expunge my comment; Sajith

04 Dec, 2020 | 06:43 PM

Election aimed recruitment is futile : Rohitha

04 Dec, 2020 | 05:02 PM

Case against cremation of dead Mahara prisoners, postponed to 11th Dec.

Case against cremation of dead prisoners,postponed

04 Dec, 2020 | 12:53 PM

COVID-19 patient who spat on PHI’s face, arrested and remanded

COVID-19 patient who spat on PHI's face remanded

04 Dec, 2020 | 12:02 PM

56 statements recorded on Mahara Prison Riot

04 Dec, 2020 | 11:32 AM

Human rights study exposes “inhumane” conditions in prisons

HRCSL exposes "inhumane" conditions in prisons

04 Dec, 2020 | 10:24 AM

Cyclone Burevi; 2467 structures across 12 districts damaged

Cyclone Burevi damages over 2000 structures

04 Dec, 2020 | 10:11 AM

President's nominations ratified by PC

03 Dec, 2020 | 05:05 PM

Cyclone Burevi leaves one missing, four injured

03 Dec, 2020 | 01:31 PM

Mahara Prison inmate arrested after escaping from hospital

Prisoner arrested after escaping from Hospital

03 Dec, 2020 | 12:25 PM

‘BUREVI’ is gradually moving away from the island

03 Dec, 2020 | 12:09 PM

O/L Examination likes in March of 2021 ; Education Minister

O/L Examination likely in March of 2021

03 Dec, 2020 | 11:48 AM

Matale Mayor removed following an inquiry by Governor

Matale Mayor removed via Gazette

03 Dec, 2020 | 11:33 AM

Statements recorded from 26 people on Prison Riot

03 Dec, 2020 | 10:29 AM

Live Blog: Cyclone Burevi

02 Dec, 2020 | 11:21 AM

Strong winds expected as Cyclone Burevi to make landfall in SL

Strong winds for the Eastern Coast

02 Dec, 2020 | 10:42 AM

“BUREVI” to make landfall in SL today (02)

02 Dec, 2020 | 06:19 AM

Warning for Cyclonic Storm “BUREVI”

01 Dec, 2020 | 11:31 PM

04 COVID-19 deaths confirmed on Tuesday (01)

01 Dec, 2020 | 10:53 PM

SC rejects petitions against COVID-19 cremations

01 Dec, 2020 | 07:46 PM

President appoints new judges to the Supreme Court & Court of Appeal

President appoints new judges to SC & COA

01 Dec, 2020 | 06:53 PM

Death toll from Mahara Prison Riots rises to 11

01 Dec, 2020 | 06:18 PM

GoSL to address problems that discourage investors

01 Dec, 2020 | 05:37 PM

Ex-Prison Chief Anuruddha Sampayo & others indicted by AG

Ex-Prison Chief Anuruddha Sampayo indicted

01 Dec, 2020 | 05:15 PM

Sri Lanka's over-reliance on loans must end

01 Dec, 2020 | 03:09 PM

Eastern Province braces for heavy rains & floods

01 Dec, 2020 | 02:41 PM

Cyclone Burevi to Cross Sri Lanka’s east tomorrow

Cyclone Burevi to Cross Sri Lanka on Wednesday

01 Dec, 2020 | 12:53 PM

O/L Examination further postponed

01 Dec, 2020 | 12:13 PM

Grand Hyatt Project to be investigated

01 Dec, 2020 | 11:46 AM

Cyclone to cross eastern coast of Sri Lanka

01 Dec, 2020 | 11:11 AM

CID investigating Mahara Prison Riot

01 Dec, 2020 | 10:48 AM

Main suspect in Ranjan Silva's killing arrested

01 Dec, 2020 | 09:57 AM

02 COVID-19 deaths confirmed on Monday (30), death toll rises to 118

02 COVID-19 deaths reported on Monday (30)

01 Dec, 2020 | 09:14 AM

Govt. deprived of more than Rs 3 bn revenue due to dishonoured cheques

Dishonoured cheques cause revenue loss to IRD

30 Nov, 2020 | 10:15 PM

Cabinet meets through video technology

30 Nov, 2020 | 09:36 PM

Low pressure system in Bay of Bengal likely to intensify into a cyclonic storm

WEATHER ALERT

30 Nov, 2020 | 07:27 PM

IGP instructs CID to investigate the Mahara Prison Riot

IGP orders CID to investigate Mahara Prison Riot

30 Nov, 2020 | 06:14 PM

Defence Sec. directs IGP to probe prison riot

30 Nov, 2020 | 05:16 PM

Colombo HC lifts travel ban on Basil Rajapaksa

30 Nov, 2020 | 01:07 PM

Mahara Prison Riots: 08 prisoners dead

30 Nov, 2020 | 11:38 AM

Basil Rajapaksa acquitted and released

30 Nov, 2020 | 10:42 AM

06 prisoners dead and over 02 dozen injured in Mahara Prison violence

Mahara Prison Violence : 06 Dead & 35 Injured

30 Nov, 2020 | 07:50 AM

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

04 dead & scores injured in Mahara Prison violence

29 Nov, 2020 | 10:58 PM

COVID-19 death toll in SL rises to 116

29 Nov, 2020 | 09:52 PM

Mahara Prison Unrest : 01 Prisoner dead & 03 Injured, STF on site to tighten security

UPDATED : Unrest at Mahara Prison

29 Nov, 2020 | 05:59 PM

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

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

29 Nov, 2020 | 03:35 PM

Schools in Dambulla closed for a week

29 Nov, 2020 | 01:34 PM

Multiple Police areas in Colombo & Gampaha released from isolation

Multiple Police areas released from isolation

29 Nov, 2020 | 07:34 AM

02 COVID-19 deaths reported on Saturday (28)

2 COVID-19 deaths confirmed on Saturday (28)

28 Nov, 2020 | 11:26 PM

4th NSA Level Trilateral Meeting

28 Nov, 2020 | 07:14 PM

'Gammadda Vijey'- the miracle slinger

27 Nov, 2020 | 01:26 PM

PNB investigating SL fishermen nabbed with heroin in Indian waters

PNB Investigating Heroin Bust in Indian Waters

27 Nov, 2020 | 12:32 PM

Ajit Doval in Colombo for Trilateral Meeting

27 Nov, 2020 | 12:01 PM

C. D. Wickramaratne is the new Inspector General of Police

C. D. Wickramaratne is the new IGP

27 Nov, 2020 | 10:31 AM

Sri Lankans successfully evacuated from war zone in Tigray, Ethiopia

Sri Lankans evacuated from Tigray, Ethiopia

27 Nov, 2020 | 10:04 AM

COVID-19 death toll in SL rises to 99

26 Nov, 2020 | 11:32 PM

MTV Channel PVT LTD to counter-sue George Steuart Health PVT LTD

MTV Channel to counter-sue George Steuart Health

26 Nov, 2020 | 06:20 PM

Russian to further enhance cooperation with Sri Lanka – Putin

Russian to enhance cooperation with SL ; Putin

26 Nov, 2020 | 03:09 PM

Involve CEA in Environment Assessment; COPE to CEB

26 Nov, 2020 | 01:10 PM

COPE to meet online for the first time

26 Nov, 2020 | 01:03 PM

New Cabinet & State Minister sworn in

26 Nov, 2020 | 11:42 AM

Colpetty Crimes OIC dies following sudden illness

26 Nov, 2020 | 10:52 AM

Aerial observations to curb deforestation

26 Nov, 2020 | 10:35 AM

Sri Lankan migrant workers trapped in Lebanon

26 Nov, 2020 | 12:14 AM

Multiple areas placed in isolation

25 Nov, 2020 | 07:21 PM

2019 April Attacks orchestrated by foreign force; Sirisena tells PCoI

Sirisena concludes providing evidence to PCoI

25 Nov, 2020 | 05:50 PM

100kg heroin seized from Sri Lankan boat

25 Nov, 2020 | 05:37 PM

Crucial meeting at AGs Dept on New Diamond claim

25 Nov, 2020 | 02:18 PM

Shani Abeysekera exposed to COVID-19

25 Nov, 2020 | 01:18 PM

Protest continues against moving inmates to undergo quarantine in Angunukolapelessa

Prisoners against Quarantine Prisoners

25 Nov, 2020 | 11:53 AM

Severe Cyclonic Storm “NIVAR” to further intensify

25 Nov, 2020 | 11:31 AM

Assault on Female Employee : Chief Engineer Arrested

Assault on Female : Chief Engineer Arrested

25 Nov, 2020 | 11:05 AM

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

Power & water supply in isolated areas

25 Nov, 2020 | 08:52 AM

04 COVID-19 deaths reported on Tuesday (24)

24 Nov, 2020 | 10:09 PM

Video of assault on female employee sparks social media outrage

Netizens furious over video of assault on female

24 Nov, 2020 | 07:59 PM

Drug trafficking Police Narcotic Bureau officers further remanded

Drug trafficking PNB officers further remanded

24 Nov, 2020 | 05:16 PM

'Pillayan' granted bail in Pararajasingham murder

24 Nov, 2020 | 02:33 PM

CA quashes summons on Gotabaya Rajapaksa

24 Nov, 2020 | 02:00 PM

AGs Dept make submissions at Mullaithivu MC against Mahaviru Memo

AGs Dept make submissions against Mahaviru Memo

24 Nov, 2020 | 11:58 AM

COVID-19 cases in prisons rises to 717

24 Nov, 2020 | 11:42 AM

Protest against bringing inmates to undergo quarantine in Angunukolapelessa

Prisoners against Quarantine Prisoners

24 Nov, 2020 | 11:18 AM

62 arrested for failing to adhere to quarantine regulations

62 arrested for not following Quarantine Regs

24 Nov, 2020 | 10:45 AM

Hizbullah testifies at PCoI on April Attacks

24 Nov, 2020 | 10:29 AM

03 COVID-19 deaths reported on Monday (23)

24 Nov, 2020 | 12:12 AM

12,095 PCR tests on Sunday

23 Nov, 2020 | 03:18 PM

EXTREME WEATHER ALERT

23 Nov, 2020 | 02:16 PM

Appoint Ranil to National MP seat; UNP representatives made a request

UNP reps want to appoint Ranil to National MP seat

23 Nov, 2020 | 12:11 PM

Online registration for universities begins - UGC

23 Nov, 2020 | 11:06 AM

Police on stand-by to assist re-opening schools

23 Nov, 2020 | 10:14 AM

04 COVID-19 deaths reported on Sunday (22), death toll rises to 87

COVID-19 death toll in SL rises to 87

22 Nov, 2020 | 11:17 PM

Several isolated areas in WP to be released

22 Nov, 2020 | 08:16 AM

SL born Doctor in Oxford Vaccine Group

21 Nov, 2020 | 09:39 PM

257 new COVID-19 cases confirmed today (21)

21 Nov, 2020 | 07:17 PM

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

2nd reading of 2021 Budget passed with a majority

21 Nov, 2020 | 06:08 PM

Powers vested in DG of Archaeology, transferred

21 Nov, 2020 | 02:13 PM

International drug traffickers connected to Weligama Heroin bust: DIG Ajith Rohana

Intl. traffickers connected to Weligama drug bust

21 Nov, 2020 | 08:47 AM

100kg of heroin seized in Weligama

20 Nov, 2020 | 07:33 PM

Jaffna HC dismissed 04 petitions against Police

20 Nov, 2020 | 03:56 PM

Govt. focused on paying troll farms and not for vaccines; Sajith Premadasa

Sajith slams govt. for not ordering vaccines

20 Nov, 2020 | 03:03 PM

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

SL does not need COVID vaccine right now

20 Nov, 2020 | 02:47 PM

Education Min. defends decision to reopen schools

20 Nov, 2020 | 02:08 PM

305 COVID-19 cases reported from Colombo on Thursday (19) – NOCPCO

10,356 PCR tests on Thursday (19)

20 Nov, 2020 | 12:05 PM

Mobile Clinics & Special Ambulance Service

20 Nov, 2020 | 11:06 AM

Import restrictions to be reviewed; Foreign Min.

20 Nov, 2020 | 10:38 AM

COVID-19 infected mother & son leave IDH

20 Nov, 2020 | 09:50 AM

COVID-19 death toll in SL rises to 73

20 Nov, 2020 | 12:12 AM

Rapid Antigen Test not substitute for PCR

19 Nov, 2020 | 06:57 PM

Over 800 cops exposed to COVID-19; SL Police says spread controlled

Over 800 police officers exposed to COVID-19

19 Nov, 2020 | 06:46 PM

President in Parliament for Second Reading of the 2021 Budget.

President in Parliament Chamber for the 01st time

19 Nov, 2020 | 05:30 PM

"We need investments: not loans", says President

19 Nov, 2020 | 03:07 PM

Schools to re-open on 23rd Nov., excluding in W/Province & lock-down areas

Schools to re-open on 23rd November

19 Nov, 2020 | 12:07 PM

Lalith Weeratunga and Anusha Palpita acquitted

19 Nov, 2020 | 11:00 AM

Yardstick of success or failure is public opinion

18 Nov, 2020 | 09:18 PM

'Hands off the media', warns the Opposition Leader

18 Nov, 2020 | 06:57 PM

Government inherited a failed governance structure; PM

Govt. inherited a failed governance structure; PM

18 Nov, 2020 | 06:12 PM

Prison escapee arrested following manhunt

18 Nov, 2020 | 05:31 PM

Dr. Anil Jasinghe set to return to combat COVID-19

Dr. Anil Jasinghe to make a come-back

18 Nov, 2020 | 12:53 PM

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

President to address the nation on Wednesday

18 Nov, 2020 | 11:39 AM

Bogambara Prison Break: Manhunt to locate escapee

18 Nov, 2020 | 10:49 AM

Minor tremor experienced in Digana

18 Nov, 2020 | 10:28 AM

COVID-19 deaths rise in Sri Lanka

17 Nov, 2020 | 11:12 PM

Key take aways from the 2021 Budget

17 Nov, 2020 | 08:01 PM

VAT unchanged for businesses with turnover of over Rs. 25 mn per month

VAT unchanged at 08%

17 Nov, 2020 | 05:42 PM

Live Blog: Budget 2021 – Live updates

17 Nov, 2020 | 12:00 PM

Over 500 UL workers to retire within next 03 years

17 Nov, 2020 | 11:51 AM

3,281 people in 33 tri service-managed QCs are still in quarantine

10,713 PCR tests on Monday (16)

17 Nov, 2020 | 11:04 AM

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

438 COVID-19 cases reported from SL Prisons

17 Nov, 2020 | 10:28 AM

Another 85 Sri Lankans return to the island

17 Nov, 2020 | 10:06 AM

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

16 Nov, 2020 | 09:51 PM

Another Covid vaccine breakthrough

16 Nov, 2020 | 06:03 PM

2021 Appropriation Bill to be presented on Tuesday

16 Nov, 2020 | 03:58 PM

02 Female Officers commissioned as Pilots for the 01st time in SLAF history

02 SLAF Female Officers commissioned as Pilots

16 Nov, 2020 | 11:51 AM

Clearing Kallaru in Wilpattu is illegal; COA rules against Bathiudeen

COA rules against Bathiudeen in deforestation case

16 Nov, 2020 | 11:08 AM

Mobile Medical Clinics for lock-down residents

16 Nov, 2020 | 10:49 AM

Separate facilities to treat COVID-19 infected prisoners

Separate facilities for COVID19 infected prisoners

16 Nov, 2020 | 10:16 AM

COVID-19 death toll in Sri Lanka rises to 58

15 Nov, 2020 | 06:40 PM

COVID-19 cases from Sri Lankan prisons surge

15 Nov, 2020 | 02:59 PM

Additional hospitals to treat COVID-19 patients

15 Nov, 2020 | 11:40 AM

Several more areas in Colombo including Fort & Slave Island isolated

Several more areas in Colombo isolated

14 Nov, 2020 | 10:22 PM

One arrested over fake news on COVID-19 deaths

14 Nov, 2020 | 11:26 AM

Senior Journalist & Veteran Artiste Sydney Chandrasekara passes away

Senior Journalist Sydney Chandrasekara no more

14 Nov, 2020 | 08:46 AM

Sri Lanka exceeds 16,000 COVID-19 cases

14 Nov, 2020 | 07:39 AM

COVID-19 deaths in SL rise to 53

13 Nov, 2020 | 07:33 PM

Foreign Ministry cautions Sri Lankan travellers

13 Nov, 2020 | 07:14 PM

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

SLPA decides to call-in retired workers

13 Nov, 2020 | 06:52 PM

CID probing claims on people dropping dead

13 Nov, 2020 | 05:58 PM

People with chronic diseases must continue taking their medicine

Special Announcement to Quarantined Flats

13 Nov, 2020 | 05:24 PM

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

Rapid Antigen Test Kits marred with controversy

13 Nov, 2020 | 02:03 PM

COVID-19 situation in SL will be analysed

13 Nov, 2020 | 01:25 PM

COVID-19 may not be cause for people dropping dead; Dr. Jayaruwan Bandara

COVID-19 cases reported in hundreds is alarming

13 Nov, 2020 | 12:55 PM

Repatriation of Sri Lankans to resume next week

13 Nov, 2020 | 12:24 PM

aerial surveillance op leads to 07 more arrests

13 Nov, 2020 | 12:16 PM

MPs sign letter requesting Basil Rajapaksa to enter Parliament

Letter signed requesting Basil to enter Parliament

13 Nov, 2020 | 12:01 PM

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

UniCOLT Vehicles manufactured locally by Army

13 Nov, 2020 | 10:38 AM

SLAF op to monitor quarantine violators (VIDEO)

12 Nov, 2020 | 07:19 PM

15 arrested from lock-down areas following drone monitoring op

Drone monitoring op leads to 15 arrests in Mutuwal

12 Nov, 2020 | 06:34 PM

2020 Budget passed in Parliament without a vote

12 Nov, 2020 | 06:19 PM

New Drone Regiment for Sri Lanka Army

12 Nov, 2020 | 05:21 PM

02 COVID-19 deaths reported in Sri Lanka on Thursday (12)

COVID-19 deaths in SL rise to 48

12 Nov, 2020 | 04:49 PM

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

CEA issues guideline on safe disposal of waste

12 Nov, 2020 | 02:29 PM

All foreign currency debt dues for 2020 settled

12 Nov, 2020 | 01:44 PM

Sri Lanka Police clarifies reports on police officers infected with COVID-19

600 police officers exposed to COVID-19

12 Nov, 2020 | 11:43 AM

People who exited WP will be placed in quarantine – Police

People who exited WP to be quarantined

12 Nov, 2020 | 11:30 AM

Prisoners protest demanding PCR tests

12 Nov, 2020 | 10:45 AM

635 COVID-19 cases were reported on Wednesday (11)

COVID-19 cases continue to rise in Sri Lanka

12 Nov, 2020 | 05:30 AM

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

COVID-19 deaths continue to rise in Sri Lanka

11 Nov, 2020 | 11:47 PM

45th COVID-19 death reported in Sri Lanka

11 Nov, 2020 | 09:18 PM

Exiting the Western Province prohibited with immediate effect

Exiting Western Province prohibited

11 Nov, 2020 | 07:30 PM

CHEC project workers exposed to COVID-19

11 Nov, 2020 | 06:48 PM

COVID-19 deaths in SL rise to 44

11 Nov, 2020 | 04:19 PM

SL born Quadriplegic Doctor is Queensland’s Australian of the Year

Queensland's Australian of the Year is Sri Lankan

11 Nov, 2020 | 03:45 PM

42nd COVID-19 death reported in Sri Lanka

11 Nov, 2020 | 02:50 PM

Celebrate Diwali indoors, urges N'Eliya GA

11 Nov, 2020 | 01:56 PM

Manning Market will be shifted to Peliyagoda

11 Nov, 2020 | 10:24 AM

Special Ambulance Service For Lock-down Areas

11 Nov, 2020 | 10:17 AM

430 COVID-19 cases reported on Tuesday (10)

11 Nov, 2020 | 09:02 AM

41st COVID-19 death reported in Sri Lanka

10 Nov, 2020 | 07:32 PM

Bus fares to increase with effect from midnight

10 Nov, 2020 | 06:10 PM

COVID-19 death toll in Sri Lanka rises to 40

10 Nov, 2020 | 05:15 PM

Navy seizes stock of Kerala cannabis worth over Rs. 31 Mn

KG worth Rs. 31 Mn seized by Navy

10 Nov, 2020 | 04:19 PM

2,362 people undergoing quarantine

10 Nov, 2020 | 03:33 PM

Paddy stocks to be sold via Sathosa

10 Nov, 2020 | 11:56 AM

DGHS authorized officer to permit travel in lock-down areas

DGHS authorized to permit travel in lockdown areas

10 Nov, 2020 | 09:20 AM

DGHS approval required for essential workers to exit isolated zones

Important Notice by DG Health Service

10 Nov, 2020 | 12:15 AM

36th COVID-19 death reported in Sri Lanka

09 Nov, 2020 | 11:29 PM

Angulana North & South placed in isolation

09 Nov, 2020 | 06:38 PM

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

WHO to provide COVID-19 vaccine to SL

09 Nov, 2020 | 05:10 PM

Guidelines to address prison overcrowding

09 Nov, 2020 | 04:37 PM

Several Committees in Parliament will meet on Monday (09)

Several Committees in Parliament will meet today

09 Nov, 2020 | 01:09 PM

MT New Diamond reaches the UAE

09 Nov, 2020 | 11:43 AM

35th COVID-19 death reported in Sri Lanka

08 Nov, 2020 | 10:09 PM

FAQs on how to operate after quarantine is lifted

08 Nov, 2020 | 08:52 PM

BOI & EDB projects in isolated areas permitted to operate

BOI & EDB projects in isolated areas can operate

08 Nov, 2020 | 07:54 PM

No-one is permitted to exit isolated areas; Police

08 Nov, 2020 | 03:37 PM

Minimum staff to report to State Institutions

08 Nov, 2020 | 01:22 PM

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

Most areas isolated,though Q/Curfew will be lifted

08 Nov, 2020 | 08:25 AM

COVID-19 death toll in Sri Lanka rises to 34

07 Nov, 2020 | 09:24 PM

Sri Lanka to receive antigen test kits from WHO on Sunday

SL to receive antigen test kits from WHO on Sunday

07 Nov, 2020 | 08:34 PM

Seven inmates at Bogambara prison test positive for COVID-19

Seven more prison inmates test COVID-19 positive

07 Nov, 2020 | 04:23 PM

30th COVID-19 death reported in Sri Lanka

06 Nov, 2020 | 11:56 PM

News 1st marks 25 years of serving the people

06 Nov, 2020 | 08:24 PM

More prisoners test positive for COVID-19

06 Nov, 2020 | 07:30 PM

COVID-19 cases on the rise

06 Nov, 2020 | 07:03 PM

Badugama New Settlement area removed from isolated areas list

Isolation restrictions in Badugama lifted

06 Nov, 2020 | 03:26 PM

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

More garbage containers make their way to the UK

06 Nov, 2020 | 09:16 AM

05 COVID-19 deaths reported in Sri Lanka

05 Nov, 2020 | 06:27 PM

Lanka Premier League to go ahead after authorities give green light

Lanka Premier League given green light

05 Nov, 2020 | 05:35 PM

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

Monitor Self-Quarantine after lifting Curfew

05 Nov, 2020 | 05:21 PM

138 COVID-19 cases from the Colombo Municipality

05 Nov, 2020 | 03:17 PM

COVID-19 infiltrates Welikada Prison

05 Nov, 2020 | 01:27 PM

Hotline to assist COVID-19 cases

05 Nov, 2020 | 12:53 PM

COVID-19 cases reported from Central Mail Exchange

05 Nov, 2020 | 12:03 PM

Country cannot be on lock-down until a cure is discovered; President

People must be ready to resume their normal lives

04 Nov, 2020 | 06:27 PM

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

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

04 Nov, 2020 | 04:09 PM

GMOA resigns from govt. technical committee

04 Nov, 2020 | 01:07 PM

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

04 Nov, 2020 | 10:17 AM

23rd COVID-19 death reported in SL

03 Nov, 2020 | 07:28 PM

COVID-19 cases on the rise

03 Nov, 2020 | 06:53 PM

22nd COVID-19 death reported; COD ruled as COVID-19 Pneumonia

22nd COVID-19 death reported in Sri Lanka

03 Nov, 2020 | 02:50 PM

Isurupaya closed following detection of COVID-19 case

Isurupaya closed temporarily

03 Nov, 2020 | 02:06 PM

Contact Details of Hospitals in WP & Kurunegala

03 Nov, 2020 | 01:46 PM

(VIDEO) Largest whale stranding in Sri Lanka draws epic volunteer rescue effort

Almost 100 whales saved in Sri Lanka's West Coast

03 Nov, 2020 | 10:07 AM

Quarantine Curfew Pass application for Industries (Available for Download)

Q/Curfew Pass application for industries

02 Nov, 2020 | 10:45 PM

Multiple areas in Kegalle & Kurunegala isolated

02 Nov, 2020 | 10:33 PM

Health Officials revise COVID-19 death toll

02 Nov, 2020 | 07:14 PM

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

Over 100 whales beached on the Panadura Coast

02 Nov, 2020 | 05:48 PM

COVID-19 cases on the rise

02 Nov, 2020 | 05:37 PM

Why was suicide victim added COVID-19 death toll?

02 Nov, 2020 | 05:11 PM

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

Two-day system to re-open shops not practical

02 Nov, 2020 | 01:26 PM

Suicide Victim tests positive for COVID-19

02 Nov, 2020 | 12:26 PM

‘Work From Home’, back for State Institutions in Western Province

'Work From Home' back for Western Province

02 Nov, 2020 | 09:32 AM

21st COVID-19 death reported in Sri Lanka

01 Nov, 2020 | 09:15 PM

COVID-19 cases continue to rise in Sri Lanka

01 Nov, 2020 | 06:44 PM

Quarantine Curfew re-imposed for the Western Province

Quarantine Curfew re-imposed for the W/Province

01 Nov, 2020 | 04:06 PM

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

Out-going Air Force Commander promoted

01 Nov, 2020 | 12:40 PM

1633 arrested in Oct. for violating Q/Curfew

01 Nov, 2020 | 10:12 AM

102 new COVID-19 cases reported in Sri Lanka

31 Oct, 2020 | 09:54 PM

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

COVID-19 cases continue to rise in Sri Lanka

31 Oct, 2020 | 06:41 PM

454 people who left the W/Province Quarantined

31 Oct, 2020 | 05:20 PM

Current COVID-19 strain different to previous strains; Sri Lankan Researchers reveal details

Current COVID-19 strain different to previous ones

31 Oct, 2020 | 02:41 PM

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

14-day Quarantine to people who left W/Province

31 Oct, 2020 | 12:02 PM

221 arrested in 24 hrs for violating curfew

31 Oct, 2020 | 11:48 AM

20th COVID-19 death reported in Sri Lanka

31 Oct, 2020 | 10:19 AM

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

30 Oct, 2020 | 07:34 PM

Legal action against Colpetty wedding party

30 Oct, 2020 | 05:36 PM

No pill given when doing PCR, beware of bogus PHIs; warns police

Beware of fake PHIs; warns Sri Lanka Police

30 Oct, 2020 | 04:05 PM

Special operation to trace people who fled Western Province

Operation to trace those who fled Western Province

30 Oct, 2020 | 11:00 AM

586 COVID-19 cases reported on Thursday (29)

30 Oct, 2020 | 10:29 AM

414 new COVID-19 cases reported on Thursday (29) – 1900 hours

COVID-19 cases on the rise

29 Oct, 2020 | 07:11 PM

20 garbage filled containers to be repatriated

29 Oct, 2020 | 05:51 PM

Do not visit Nuwara Eliya; District Secretary

29 Oct, 2020 | 03:08 PM

Only essential services to use expressway during quarantine curfew

Southern Expressway restricted during curfew

29 Oct, 2020 | 02:14 PM

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

Parliament sittings limited for next week

29 Oct, 2020 | 01:42 PM

Mano withdraws signature from petition

29 Oct, 2020 | 01:06 PM

SJB tells speaker to allocate separate seating for 09 expelled MPs

SJB wants separate seating for 09 expelled MPs

29 Oct, 2020 | 12:49 PM

20th Amendment becomes the Law of the country

Speaker assents to 20th Amendment

29 Oct, 2020 | 12:17 PM

Restrictions eased in Kalutara

29 Oct, 2020 | 11:57 AM

COVID-19 cases pass 9,000 mark with 335 new cases on Wednesday

335 COVID-19 cases on Wednesday

29 Oct, 2020 | 08:36 AM

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

COVID-19 cases on the rise

28 Oct, 2020 | 07:14 PM

Don't leave WP before Quarantine Curfew

28 Oct, 2020 | 06:48 PM

Sri Lanka not in a debt trap though China helped develop infrastructure; President

Sri Lanka not in a debt trap; President

28 Oct, 2020 | 06:35 PM

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

'AlienVsPredator' - China responds to US

28 Oct, 2020 | 04:03 PM

Mike Pompeo says China is a Predator

28 Oct, 2020 | 03:05 PM

Quarantine Curfew for the entire Western Province

28 Oct, 2020 | 01:59 PM

US Secretary of State meets President Rajapaksa

28 Oct, 2020 | 10:04 AM

April Attacks PCoI sessions postponed

28 Oct, 2020 | 08:39 AM

Quarantine curfew in four more police jurisdictions

Curfew in three more police jurisdictions

27 Oct, 2020 | 09:46 PM

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

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo in SL

27 Oct, 2020 | 07:41 PM

COVID-19 cases on the rise

27 Oct, 2020 | 06:24 PM

Bail rejected for Rishad Bathiudeen

27 Oct, 2020 | 04:02 PM

17th COVID-19 Death Reported in Sri Lanka

27 Oct, 2020 | 01:47 PM

Protest against Mike Pompeo's visit to SL

27 Oct, 2020 | 10:33 AM

Pardon Duminda, Tamil political prisoners : Mano

27 Oct, 2020 | 09:07 AM

541 COVID-19 infections on Monday

27 Oct, 2020 | 08:41 AM

280 new COVID-19 cases reported

26 Oct, 2020 | 07:13 PM

Close contacts of COVID-19 cases to be quarantined at home

Home Quarantine for COVID-19 close contacts

26 Oct, 2020 | 05:45 PM

Police & CPSTL join to disinfect public places

26 Oct, 2020 | 03:41 PM

10 cases from Lady Ridgeway Hospital for Children

26 Oct, 2020 | 03:15 PM

SL on the verge of entering community stage of COVID-19; warns GMOA

GMOA warns SL on verge of community spreading

26 Oct, 2020 | 11:29 AM

Transportation Services in Colombo restricted

26 Oct, 2020 | 10:27 AM

16th COVID-19 death reported in Sri Lanka

25 Oct, 2020 | 10:59 PM

348 COVID-19 cases reported

25 Oct, 2020 | 09:46 PM

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

Over 200 COVID-19 cases reported

25 Oct, 2020 | 07:01 PM

Gammanpila's complaint examined at PCoI

25 Oct, 2020 | 04:04 PM

Food Outlets & Pharmacies to re-open in Gampaha

25 Oct, 2020 | 01:43 PM

Quarantine Curfew for multiple areas in Colombo

25 Oct, 2020 | 01:24 PM

Properly cooked fish do not carry the virus

25 Oct, 2020 | 11:32 AM

Public in Quarantine Curfew areas can contact designated officers to address issues; Police

Important Notice to Public in Q/Curfew areas

25 Oct, 2020 | 05:20 AM

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

368 COVID-19 cases on Saturday (24)

25 Oct, 2020 | 03:37 AM

Curfew imposed in six police jurisdictions

24 Oct, 2020 | 09:39 PM

Curfew in Gothatuwa, Mulleriyawa from 7 pm today

24 Oct, 2020 | 03:25 PM

866 COVID-19 cases reported on Friday (23)

24 Oct, 2020 | 09:57 AM

48 drug addicts in Colombo ordered to self quarantine

48 drug addicts in Colombo ordered to self quarantine

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