Fmr. Directors of ETI Finance Limited arrested

The Criminal Investigation Department yesterday arrested Jeewaka Edirisinghe, Anjalee Edirisinghe and Asanka Edirisin

Adherence to COVID-19 guidelines Authorities to monitor private, state institutions

Action would be taken against those who defy quarantine rules and regulations

90,000 people under self-quarantine: Ajith Rohana

Approximately 90,000 people have been ordered to follow quarantine procedures at their residences as of yesterday, Police Spokesman DIG Ajith Rohana said.

Random Rapid Antigen Tests to be conducted in vulnerable areas in the country

Tests conducted yesterday on those leaving Western Province and several other areas

Sri Lanka to decide on suitable Covid-19 vaccine soon

Russian mission in Colombo suggests producing Sputnik V in Sri Lanka

Tourist arrivals in Sri Lanka: Shortcomings in pilot project to be addressed

Dancers at welcome ceremony were sans face masks

COVID-19 vaccine available in SRi lanka by March: WHO

The World Health Organisation (WHO) assured that a qualified vaccine could be made available for Sri Lanka by Mar

Special discussion with WHO over COVID-19 vaccine to SL: Army Chief

WHO has pledged to provide 20% of Sri Lanka’s population with COVID-19 vaccine once developed

150 COVID-19 cases reported from Avissawella

While isolation of several areas in Colombo have been removed from this morning, a total of 150 COVID-19 cases were identified from Avissawella alone on Saturday, from the 235 cases that were reported in the Colom

Avissawella, Kosgama, Ruwanwella isolated; No curfew during festive season

There was no intention to impose a curfew covering the entire country during the festive season, the National Operati

NMRA gears up for registering COVID-19 vaccines

The National Medicines Regulatory Authority (NMRA) is now in touch with the relevant stakeholders for the registration of effective vaccines against COVID-19, a Minister said yesterday.

Govt to expedite introduction of Covid vaccine to SL

The government is to expedite the introduction of the Covid vaccine to Sri Lanka. Principal Advisor to the President Lalith Weeratunga

Pre-Christmas shopping

People seen engaged in pre-Christmas shopping in Colombo. People have been asked to tone down celebrations this time due to the pandemic.

Military leaders are expected to perform in all spheres: Defence Secretary

Defence Secretary Maj. Gen. (Retd) Kamal Gunaratne said that military leaders are expected to perform in all spheres

Hotels encouraged to get PCR test reports from customers

Amidst the tough battle to contain the spread of Covid virus and simultaneously ensure the smooth functioning of the hospita

Antigen tests on passengers crossing Western Province borders

Tests will be conducted with effect from 8 am today until further notice

Peliyagoda Fish Market reopens

After more than 55 days, business activities at the Peliyagoda fish market commenced yesterday and the market opene

No intention as yet to lock Western Province during Christmas weekend

Situation now depends on public behaviour within next 7 days

Special VVIP air bubble for visiting heads of state, top investors

Members of the mission limited to most essential staff

Further restrictions unlikely during festive season: Army Chief

Police urge cooperation from public to contain spread of virus

Stern legal action against those violating quarantine regulations

Court could impose three-year RI, hefty fine

Authorities deliberate halting home quarantine for expats if final PCR tests prove negative: Army Chief

MeasureS taken to free people residing at flats in isolated areas

State Minister requests public not to panic until research on indigenous medicine is concluded

Scientific research underway on Indigenous medicine

Be patient, isolation status will be lifted soon - Police tell public in lock down areas

Police yesterday requested the public especially those in Colombo for their continues support to prevent the spread of Covid-19

Brandix workers contracTed Covid-19 from Ukrainian

Patient Zero of Brandix Cluster traced to an Ukrainian

No complete lockdown of Western Province, public urged not to panic - Army Commander

The Western Province will not come under a complete lockdown during the festive season but areas where patients are reported will come under isolation till the situation is brought under control, Army Commander, Lt. General Shav

Atalugama could be further isolated - Army Commander

Some residents in Atalugama were not following health guidelines and self-quarantine regulations

COVID-19 cases in Colombo surpass 10,000

Among 402 patients identified in Colombo, 103 cases were reported from Borella with 42 cases reported in Wellawatte

Cyclone BUREVI makes landfall in NE coast last night Government braces for flash floods, wind damage

The Cyclone ‘BUREVI’ made landfall between Mullaitivu and Trincomalee around 9.00pm yesterday bringing in its wake heavy rainfall up to 200 mm and 60 to 70 kmph gusts of winds over the Northern part of the island, the Met Department said.

Main Street following the lifting of isolation

The Main Street in Pettah, Colombo was abuzz with activities after the area was lifted from isolation. Pic by Pradeep Pathirane