Transferring political power from one lunatic to another will not help SL

The time has come for people to think and hand over the nation to an able leader’’ There are a few in SLPP who are currently having discussions with us

Child Cancer Awareness Lotus Tower joins White House, BT tower in London, Niagara falls, to be lit up

The “Lotus Tower” in Colombo will join iconic structures and places in the world such as White House in the US, Niagara falls in Canada and BT Tower in London, to be illuminated in gold colour, to mark child cancer awareness, a statement from the Sri Lanka College of Oncologists said.

Airforce special forces join Cormorant Strike Exercise

For the first time in history, the Sri Lanka Air Force Regiment Special Forces (RSF) conducted a Combat Search and Rescue (CSAR) training exercise during Cormorant Strike Exercise XI recently at Narakamulla in the general area of Thoppigala.

Vaccination of kids with underlying health conditions more beneficial - Consultant Pediatrician

Vaccination of kids above 12 with underlying health conditions is more beneficial than remaining unvaccinated, a medical expert said.

Vaccinating children above 12 still undecided

Scientific research carried out globally have underlined that COVID-19 vaccines may pose a greater threat on children above 12 than the coronavirus itself, State Minister of Primary Health Care, Epidemics and COVID-19 Disease Control

Decline in Covid cases among pregnant mothers during last two weeks: Dr. Chithramali

About 7,000 pregnant mothers have been infected by the Covid-19 virus so far in Sri Lanka 6,000 out of the total of 7,000 cases have been reported after the onset of the third wave in May this year

India’s US $ 15 million commitment to develop SL Buddhist heritage PM Modi asks Indian High Commissioner to spend US $ 3 million annually

Prof. Peiris made his remarks to the press on the progress achieved during his engagements with his counterparts of other countries and the multinational fora

Warning of gale-force winds and rough seas issued by Met. Dept

The Department of Meteorology yesterday issued an advisory on rough seas and gale-force winds which would be experienced i

GI pipes case against Finance Minister Basil postponed due to the pandemic situation

Alleged to have misappropriated Rs.36.5 million from the Divi Neguma Development Department during the 2015 Presidential Election

Kamzy refuses to boycott Sri Lanka

Notes Sri Lankans must decide on solution

SLPP MP. Chandima Weerakkody tests positive for Covid-19

He is the 21st member of Parliament to be tested COVID-19 positive since the pandemic hit Sri Lanka

Railway Dept. to recommence operating of steam engines :GM Railways

Trains with steam engines will be operated with a view to boost tourism

Expect heavy rainfall, strong winds and lightning: Met. Dept

The showery condition over the south-western part of the country, is expected to be enhanced due to the active South-we

Opposition Leader asks for polls without delay next year

These elections should be held in order to feel the pulse of the people

Electoral Reforms Parliamentary Select Committee to submit report before Nov 30

Rauff, Basil joins committee

Next month extremely crucial says Army Chief

Public behaviour to play a vital role in reopening

UNPROVEN HERBAL MEDICATIONS HAUNT SL’s VACCINATION DRIVE

Silence of Health Ministry questioned over these unproven medicines

Health TUs to launch strike action from 7.00 am to 12 noon today

They would also stage protest campaigns in all hospitals after 12 noon today

Delta variant spreading in Sri Lanka named as AY.28

Dr. Chandima Jeewandara stated this in a Twitter message

Police say information on ISIS WhatsApp group operating in SL, not authentic

If someone was invited to join, they could not leave the group after joining

Minister Namal Rajapaksa on illegal pyramid schemes: Central Bank and Police must act before it is too late

‘Finance Minister Basil Rajapaksa has already sent a note to relevant govt authorities regarding 40% mandatory investment in entrepreneurship development from next budget’

UNP leader doubts whether lockdown will be lifted on Oct 1

The lockdown will not be lifted on Oct. 1 due to reports of a delay in purchasing diesel

Alternative road from Warakapola to Ambepussa to be constructed : Johnston

Chief Government Whip and Highways Minister Johnston Fernando said he had instructed the Secretary to the Ministry

Free medical camp in Kattankudy

A free medical camp for those who were facing difficulties in obtaining medical services due to the quarantine curfew was held in Kattankudy on September 23 on the initiative of JM Medical Centre Chairman Jabir Sally and Managing Director Mud

Concessionary arrangements on oil purchases UAE responds positively to SL request – Foreign Ministry

It is not acceptable to impose on countries, various conditions and agendas and that a ’one-size fits all policy’ does not deliver results

New Fortress Energy deal SJB to brief Mahanayake theras on New Fortress Energy deal

It is not about the Kerawalapitya power station alone, as it covers the second power plant that is to be constructed in the same area

Malaysian government lifts travel ban on Sri Lanka citizens

The Malaysian government has decided to lift entry restrictions for nationals from Sri Lanka. Malaysia imposed a travel ban on citizens of Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Pakistan and Nepal earlier to stop new variants of Covid from entering the country.

Investment in LNG plant only according to tender procedure - State Minister

State Minister Kanaka Herath said the contract for investment in the LNG energy sector at West Coast Power Plant in Kerawalapitiya, would be done in adherence to the tender procedure.

Sri Lankans should welcome President’s call for engagement with Tamil Diaspora -Zuhair

The underlying issues that prevent unity and reconciliation need to be addressed and resolved

Two poachers killed in Anuradhapura

They had been laying trap guns to kill game drinking water from the tank