Water tariff is to be increased from at least 30 to 40 percent from today, National Water Supply and Drainage Board ( NWSDB) announced yesterday. The gazette notification was expected to be issued at the time this report went to press. NWSDB assured that low income families will not be affected by the hike.
Within 48-hours of an attempt by five Sri Lankan males to illegally migrate to Italy and seek asylum by using forged travel documents, the Immigration and Emigration Department officials arrested a couple at the airport on Tuesday evening using t
Colombo Additional Magistrate Rajindra Jayasuriya yesterday ordered the Borella Police to conduct an investigation based on all medical records available as there are contradictions and obscurities in the JMO’s report. The Magistrate made this order
As foreign ships, except commercial vessels, dock at the ports of Colombo, Hambantota, or Trincomalee, the Indian Ocean becomes a point of debate surrounding Sri Lanka’s strategic positioning and its significance to global powers. The region’s vast potential as a discussion topic for regional stakeholders encompasses trade, economic cooperation, and security considerations. However, as discus
In the establishment of land connectivity between India and Sri Lanka, an alternate route, instead of ancient Ram Setu or Adam’s Bridge, is considered to avert Hindu religious sensitivities, Daily Mirror learns.
Tearing their travel documents at Milan Malpensa Airport and seeking asylum was the modus operandi of an effort to end up in a European country, was divulged by five Sri Lankan males who were apprehended by Immigration au
Vavuniya Remand Prison has been closed for two weeks due to a contagious disease spreading among the detainees. Spokesman for the Prisons Department Chandana Ekanayake said four detainees and a Prison Guard had developed complications identified as measles. He said the temporary closure of the prisons was a precaution against the imminent spread of the disease.
Goodwill Ambassador of Japanese Cricket Development Mr. Priyantha Kariyapperuma presented a bat with the autographs of Sri Lankan cricketers to Japanese Cricket Council Head Alex Miyaji. Mr. Kariyapperuma praised the performance of Japan at the recently concluded T20 World Cup.
Public Security Minister Tiran Alles decided to suspend the Expression of Interest (EOI) related to the issuance of electronic passports or ‘e-passport’ and call for tenders. Expressions of Interest (EOI) had been called for the issuing of ‘e-passports’ and many of the applicants had complained to the Ministry of Public Security regarding certain technical difficulties in the EOI. The Ministry said th
The local poultry producers agreed to reduce the local selling price of one kilogramme of chicken by Rs. 100. The decision was announced following a discussion held at the Agriculture Ministry last morning with the aim of protecting the local poultry production industry and providing an opportunity for consumers to buy chicken
Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) yesterday hinted at bringing in a resolution to dissolve Parliament and hold a snap General Election and urged other parties to support the endeavour. SJB official spokesman and Member of Parliament S. M. Marikkar told media that all parties in the House including the SLPP and others should be ready to sign it calling for the dissolution of Parliament and hold a General Election. “SLPP MP and former Minister Johns
An unanticipated visit by a group of opposition MPs to the National Medical Regulatory Authority (NMRA) has stirred controversy with Speaker Mahind Yapa Abeywardena insisting on the procedure to be followed. Led by Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP Kavinda Jayawardana, the impromptu visit has garnered mixed reactions from both government officials and opposition leaders. According to reports, MP Jayawardana and his group paid an unannounced v
Health Ministry Secretary Janaka Sri Chandragupta has categorically stated that the circular issued advising public employees not to release information to media, would not be withdrawn under any circumstances. His remarks come in the context where the health trade unions have warned of a massive strike action this week in protest of the circular.
At the rate atrocities against media personnel are taking place, it is not too long for another journalist killing to be reported, was the opinion of senior English newspaper editor Lakshman Gunasekara who condemned the assault and arrest of Journalist Tharindu Uduwaragedara.
The water levels in hydropower generating reservoirs are receding rapidly due to the current severe dry weather conditions affecting the country and if the drought continues, there may be power cuts due to the inability of producing enough electricity, officials sources said yesterday.
Medical Specialists have raised serious concerns with regard to the legality of the Sri Lanka Medical Council (SLMC) President and its Legal Officer in the context of where they enjoy high posts simultaneously against the Establishments Code. According to informed sources, Prof. Vajira H.W. Dissanayake who is the incumbent SLMC President is also currently serving as the Dean of the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Colombo and the Regis
The 2023 Lanka Premier League (LPL) opening ceremony took an unexpected turn when a video surfaced on social media, capturing a prominent singer, Umara Sinhawansa, mispronouncing a word during the rendition of the National Anthem. The incident has triggered widespread outcry and discussions among people, leading to a trending hashtag “Mahatha” on various social media platforms. In response to the escalating brouhaha, Buddha Sasana, Religious,
Canada issues travel advisory over serious risk in Arugam Bay
More countries issue travel advisories
Sri Lanka Tourism invites global travellers for upcoming season
Russian embassy urges citizens to stay vigilant in Arugam Bay
US Embassy issues travel warning for Arugam Bay
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