Awareness programme on COVID-19 held in Gampaha District

An educational programme on the COVID-19 pandemic, which seems to be worsening was held in the Gampaha District covering all Grama Niladhari Divisions yesterday under the instructions of the Western Province Senior DIG Deshaba

Walapone road obstructed due to rockslide

Nildandahena – Walapone Road had been obstructed by a rockslide which occured at Pussalapitiya yesterday due to the torrential rains experienced in the Walapone area in Nuwara Eliya. Assistant D

Govt. enjoys two third majority because of SLFP

Says I also set an example by cutting down expenditure

No composition change in LP gas cylinders: Litro

Says gas cylinders are released based on the safety of the cylinder

Colombo’s Golden Gate commissioned

The Golden Gate of Colombo or the first ever suspension bridge in Sri Lanka to run across the mighty river Kelani was commissioned by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa and Premier Mahinda Rajapaksa with Highways Minister Johnston Fernando last evening adding an illuminated spectacular view to the city.

Passenger ferry capsizes in Kinniya Residents attack SLMC MP’s Kinniya house

The ferry was being used to transport people due to repairs being carried out on the Kuringankerni Bridge in Kinniya

Manning Market in dire straits...

The Manning Market yesterday wore a deserted look as there was a low supply of vegetables due to the boycott of supply by farmers in the Nuwara-Eliya District. The Market witnessed a poor turnout of customers. Presently, the prices of vegetabl

Catholics stage demo to show solidarity with Fr. Cyril Gamini

A group of Catholics staged a demonstration in the premises of the Basilica of Our Lady in Tewatte, Ragama yesterday (21) in support of Rev. Fr. Cyril Gamini Fernando who is in hot water over his recent comments pertaining to the Easter Su

Previous Govt.intentionally postponed PC polls: G.L.

Govt. trying its best to pass new laws required to hold PC polls soon

‘Sandahiru Seya’ in Anuradhapura vested with Maha Sangha

The Maha Sangha and a large number of invitees attended the ‘Crest Gem’ unveiling ceremony

Tense situation at Panamure Police station after man dies inside cell

A tense situation prevailed after a group of residents surrounded the Panamure police station yesterday following the death of a

Steps underway to avert rise in COVID cases due to protest in Colombo: Health Ministry

All necessary steps are being taken to prevent a possible surge in COVID cases which could be experienced consequent to th

Get ready to form a new government: Sajith

We are ready to build up the nation, to resolve the issues faced by the people. We have come here by defeating all tactics of the government to stop our efforts to take to the streets. This mass rally is held to wipe off people’s sorrow

Latest SLAF contingent for UN peacekeeping mission includes lady officer for the first time

A Lady Officer of the Sri Lanka Air Force to be included in the latest contingent of the Aviation Unit under the United Nations helicopter deployment in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA), for the first time in the history of SLAF UN Deployments.

Qingdao Seawin breaks silence, says Sri Lanka will be taken to FAO over false claims

China’s Qingdao Seawin Biotech Group, the fertilizer company caught in the midst of controversy with Sri Lanka’s Agriculture Ministry has warned to lodge a complaint against Sri Lanka at the FAO of the United Nations, if the National Plant

Muslim Youths who received ISIS training not involved in Easter attacks: Ranil

Mr. Wickremesinghe said he was never informed about the prior warnings on the attacks

“After you chase us away, why elect us again?’’ President questions public

“Even if myself or the ministers in my government don’t meet your expectations, don’t elect the same set of people” Once you chase us away, again you elect us. What’s the point in that ?”

Gazette notification on Muthurajawela Wetland President wants areas occupied bY people to be excluded

There had been a public uproar against the move because a lot of people in Wattala, Ja-Ela and Negombo were to be affected

Display of solidarity for Fr. Cyril Gamini

A large number of Catholic priests and nuns gathered at Hulftsdorp yesterday as the petition filed by Fr. Cyril Gamini Fernando agains

Covid transmission from child to child minimal: Medical Specialist

Parents should not be afraid to send their children to school

Hindus observe Deepavali

Picture shows religious observances are being held at Kotahena Sri Ponnambalawaneswarar Temple on account of the Deepavali festival yesterday. The poojas were held maintaining strict health guidelines with only a handful of people atte

Parents show solidarity for teacher-principal salary anomalies

Countrywide protests have been organized by parents of schoolchildren in support of teachers and principals yesterday to

Police attempt to pin charges against sex-trafficking victims

Powerful hand suspected to be involved

SJB opens office in Wattala

Leader of Opposition Sajith Premadasa and SJB MPs Harin Fernando and Dr. Kavinda Jayawardene share a light moment at

Stamp, coins exhibition at Public Library

A stamp, coins and currency notes exhibition organized by the Sri Lanka Independent Philatelic Association was launched at the Public Libr

Inter-provincial travel restrictions Will be lifted after 4.00 am on Oct 31

Health and education authorities directed to look into the possibility of commencing academic activities for first-year universities students

National Safety Week celebrated at ITC One Colombo 1 project

National Safety Week was celebrated at ITC One Colombo 1 project yesterday. Commissioner General of Labour Prabath Chandrak

Outrage over post given to controversial monk

Politicians, civil society, activists, journalists and international organisations were among those who expressed outrage over the post given by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to controversial monk, the Venerable Galagodaaththe Gnanasara Thero.

Health Ministry sounds alarm over slight rise in COVID deaths

People have to be extra cautious especially in a situation where restrictions have been eased to a certain extent

Principals’, Teachers’ TUs protest urging Govt. to grant their demands

The School Principals’ and Teachers’ Trade Union Alliance held a protest in Fort yesterday, calling the government to grant their demand