Convert state buildings into hospitals: UNP

These temporary hospitals can be used to treat 4,000 COVID-19 patients who are treated at their homes

Sri Lanka appeals to US for vaccines

600,000 doses of AstraZeneca urgently sought

Govt. to incorporate all amendments proposed by SC to Port City Bill

Majority members of the proposed Commission should be Sri Lankans

Floods and gale force winds cause havoc in Matara District

More than 4,400 people in the Matara district have been affected by floods and gale force winds.

Archaeological site discovered in Vavuniya North division

The Department of Archaeology has discovered an archaeological site in Vavuniya North division that dates back to the Anuradhapu

Cabinet to discuss SC recommendations on Port City Bill

The cabinet of ministers will gather for a special meeting today evening to discuss the Supreme Court recommendations on the legality and constitutionality of the Port City Economic Commission Bill, the Daily Mirror learns

Army-improvised COVID-19 Hospital set up at Seeduwa

The soldiers give finishing touches to the biggest Army-improvised COVID-19 Hospital at Seeduwa,on May 17, 2021. It will be opened by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa on May 18 2021. The Army said the hospital contained about 1,300 beds.

CAA seeks legal action against Litro over hybrid cylinder

A test carried out by the Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) has revealed that the new premium hybrid 18-litre gas cylinder introduced by the Litro Gas Lanka Ltd contains the same chemical properties of the old cylinder whereas the Company c

Threat of vaccine centre cluster emerging

We see some people storming centres to get vaccinated. They must understand that this could result in a new cluster emerging -Koggalage  

Commenting on changes to the electoral systems PSC decides to grant one month to the public to comment

The role of this Parliamentary Committee is to identify reforms related to the election laws and the electoral system and to recommend necessary amendments

Island-wide travel restrictions from Friday

The islandwide travel restriction, similar to a curfew, would prevent people from leaving their homes and only essential services and apparel workers would be allowed to function

Officials refuse to admit to community spread

Health Ministry says situation under control  No drastic change in the current strategy 

Woman arrested with drugs valued Rs.9.5Mn at a roadblock in Modera

Police launched a special operation to check those violating ID system and quarantine violations

SJB urges Govt. to allow private sector to participate in vaccine distribution

Govt. should not think it can fight the pandemic on its own. Fighting a pandemic is not like winning a war SJB National Organiser Tissa Attanayake said allowing the private sector to participate in COVID-19 vaccination programme will make it more efficient

COVID-19 patients to be taken to nearest treatment centre

People who are diagnosed with the COVID-19 will be directed to the treatment centres and Intermediate Care Centres that

Female Development Officer attacked in Kesbewa

The officer was returning home after distributing Rs.5,000 worth dry rations to the families in the GN division which is currently under isolation

Recent flash floods Transmission of COVID-19 among victims is minimal

The transmission of COVID-19 among victims of the recent flash floods is minimal as the people who were in temporary shelter

Daily Covid-19 cases that crossed 2,500 now averaged at 2,200 cases

Deputy DGHS says health sector should bring the daily cases down further somehow to manage the situation

Covid-19 vaccines ‘Mix and Match’ could boost immune system - Prof. Sisira Siribaddana

Many countries in Europe are now using the mix and match strategy

Health authorities scotch speculation that mothers should stop breast-feeding upon vaccination

We administer the shots after six months and no mother should stop breast feeding

PM says Palestinian people’s legitimate right to statehood must be upheld

Calls for immediate ceasefire and commence negotiations Warns present conflict has potential to spill over into the neighbouring region

Determination...

Growing challenges of studying from home through online classes during a global pandemic, which topped up with adverse weather co

AG’s claim on Easter Sunday probe: Minister calls for report from CID

CID has forwarded eight files pertaining to the suicide attacks to the AG

Flights from India land at BIA - Officials say most flights carrying cargo

Indians not allowed to disembark but allowed to transit

Bathiudeen allowed to attend Parliament sittings next week

CID requested to follow health guidelines when taking the MP to Parliament

Do not receive vaccine if feel COVID-19 symptoms, says Epidemiology Chief

If someone tested positive for COVID, it serves no purpose in getting the jab

Colombo air quality improves

The air quality is expected to be at a moderate level over the next few days

Appeal to donate necessary equipment to hospitals: State Minister

The need for oxygen is rising in our hospitals, and also they require ventilators

The Next 3 weeks extremely crucial, warns Army Chief as island wide travel restrictions are lifted

Those who leave their homes for shopping or to purchase groceries will have to strictly follow the ID card system

SL in discussions with over 15 private companies to urgently secure AstraZeneca vaccines

Despite earlier announcement that vaccines would arrive in 2 weeks, no such confirmation yet