4,355 fresh COVID-19 cases detected yesterday

A total of 4,355 more COVID-19 patients had been detected yesterday increasing the total cases reported in Sri Lanka to 394,355, the Government Information Department said.

Alpha variant moving out of SL as Delta becomes dominant

Unofficial figures show nearly 6000 daily infections

Do not grant Covid relief to those who can afford to buy liquor: Senthil Thondaman

Says wine stores should register NIC numbers of all who make purchases

20,000-25,000 Covid tests conducted daily

We can identify people carrying high viral loads through antigen tests

Lankan housemaid in UAE wins Dh1 Mn compensation in car accident case

Accident occurred on May 24 last year at a zebra-crossing

The President should learn a lesson from the song ‘ Menike mage sithe’ : Padukka

The President too can claim credit if he combats the COVID pandemic by following the advice of other political parties and religious leaders

Rishad made fifth suspect over death of girl at his house

Former Minister Rishad Bathiudeen has been named as the fifth suspect before Colombo Chief Magistrate’s Court over the death of 16-year-old domestic aide at his residence. Bathiudeen is currently held in remand custody in connection with

UNP decries Govt’s perceived recognition of Taliban

UNP questioned why the Sri Lankan Government sought to immediately recognise this group

Dubai extends expiry dates of residence visas for stranded SL expats

The General Directorate of Residence and Foreign Affairs (GDRFA), Dubai, has extended the expiry date of residence visas for nationals of India, Pakistan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Nigeria and Uganda who are stranded abroad. The visas have been extended till November 10, 2021, the authority said.

Will fulfil national responsibilities and duties despite challenges, Prez

Rituals and offerings conducted on behalf of and devoted to the Sacred Tooth Relic has been the foremost duty of the Rulers

SL seeks assistance from Pakistan to evacuate Lankans in Afghanistan

High Commissioner Khattak responded by assuring that the fullest support would be extended by his government

Govt. should take measures to protect Lankans in Afghanistan: SJB

Specific attention must be paid to the rights of women and children

Colombo during curfew hours

The streets of Pettah are deserted due to the curfew imposed by the government. Only wholesale trade takes place.

Special Pooja at Attanagalle Rajamaha Vihare

Chief Incumbent of historic Attanagalle Rajamaha Vihare Ven. Pannila Sri Ananda Thera took the lead in the conduct of a special Pooja in recognition of service rendered by the religious leaders across the spectrum in the area. It included the chief incumbents of the temples in Sasanaraksha Balamandalas of Attanagalle- East and West. Besides, there were Catholic priests in charge of churches in the area and Muslim Moulavis. It was a concept a

INS Shakthi arrives in Colombo with 100 tons of Oxygen

Supporting Sri Lanka’s fight against COVID-19, Indian Naval Ship Shakti arrived in Colombo on 22 August 2021 with 100 tons (5 containers) of Liquid Medical Oxygen (LMO) from Visakhapatnam. Indian High Commissioner Gopal Baglay and Commander of Sri Lanka Navy Vice Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenne felicitated the Commanding Officer of INS Shakti yesterday

Cabinet Ministers donate August salary to COVID-19 fund

The Cabinet Ministers decided to forgo their August salary to be donated to COVID-19 fund. Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa

Rishad allegedly threatens doctor at prison: Police, Prisons launch probe

The Prisons Department has also initiated an investigation into the alleged death threats made by MP Rishad Bathiudeen at a prison do

‘Nedungamuwe Raja’ inaugurates final Randoli Esala Perahera

Veteran tusker ‘Nedungamuwe Raja’ inaugurated the final Randoli Perahera of the Kandy Esala Festival at the auspicious time of

Do not misuse curfew and stay home, warns Army Chief

Army Commander General Shavendra Silva yesterday warned people not to misuse the 10-day quarantine curfew which came in

As hospitals spillover, only those with serious symptoms will now be hospitalized

As hospitals across the country are spilling over from the rapidly rising COVID-19 patients, many suspected to be carrying the

Kandy Randoli Perahera commences

The first Randoli Perahera of the Kandy Esala festival paraded the streets last night with the gaily decorated Sri Dalada Malig

I predicted rapid spread of mutations of “Delta” variant: State Minister

Spreading Delta variants have led to the increase in the number of COVID Patients

Key ministers reshuffled as govt faces serious health crisis

President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had a reshuffle of six Cabinet Ministers while giving an additional ministerial portfolio to Sports Minister Namal Rajapaksa.

Rosy calls for people to follow even more stringent health guidelines

Says authorities will and are, doing their best to keep you safe

Cardinal calls for a day of protest

Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith and the Auxiliary Bishops of Colombo at the media conference where they announced a day of protest on August 21, 2021. Pic by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Sudarshini sets precedence; cancels son’s wedding reception

The wedding reception has been cancelled due to the prevailing COVID-19 situation in the country

Covid deaths increase by 48.8% country at risk

Number of Covid cases has increased by 30% deaths have increased by 48.8%

In the wake of fast spreading pandemic The public would have assailed protesting teachers: Keheliya

Expresses his gratitude for calling off street protests

Shavendra responds to Ranil’s criticism

Says decisions taken by the Task Force are collective and not individual decisions

SLs WAR ON DELTA ONLY TO WORSEN

With beds running out in the main hospitals across the country and no beds available in the Western Province, doctors predict that daily deaths from the COVID-19 will hit at least 200 per day, the health services said