Sri Lanka logs highest HIV cases in single quarter

Sri Lanka has experienced a dramatic surge in HIV/AIDS cases during the second half of 2023, marking the highest number of cases reported in a single quarter since 2009.

My brother's rocket was a private investment- Namal

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP), MP Namal Rajapaksa responded to discussions surrounding the recent rocket launch by India, emphasizing that people often associate it with the rocket sent by his brother.

Meningococcal Disease raises concerns of community spread

Following the tragic death of an eight-month-old infant at Karapitya Hospital, concerns have sparked over a potential community spread of Meningococcal disease.

Sri Lanka grants permission to dock Chinese vessel amidst Indian’s concern

The Sri Lankan government has granted permission for the Chinese research ship ‘Shi Yan 6’ to dock in Sri Lanka amidst Indian concern.

Stocks of Intraocular Lenses depleted in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is currently facing a shortage of Intraocular Lenses, which are used for treating cataracts and addressing various vision problems through eye implantation.

800,000 families to get ‘Aswesuma’ benefits tomorrow: Semasinghe

Steps have been taken to disburse ’Aswesuma’ funds to the respective banks today to pay the welfare benefits to 800,000 families in the first stage, State Minister of Finance Shehan Semasinghe said today.

Will nearly 800 doctors listed to go abroad, return?

A total of 785 doctors who have completed Doctor of Medicine (MD) are pegged to leave for foreign training in the coming months, Daily Mirror learns.

Underwater explosion suspected as dead turtles found on shoreline

Around 20 turtle carcasses have washed ashore along the stretch of beach from Negombo to Kalutara within a span of just three days.

Six-month ultimatum to wipe out underworld crimes

In the wake of escalating killings and robberies across the country, the police, in collaboration with the Special Task Force (STF), have launched special operations to crack down on organized criminals and individuals associated with them, with the aim of completely controlling organized crimes in the country within the next six months, Western Province Senior DIG Deshabandu Tennakoon told Daily Mirror.

Extreme heat in eight districts can be felt on body

The temperature felt on the human body is expected to increase up to ‘Caution’ level at some places in the North-Central and Eastern Provinces and in Vavuniya, Mullaitivu, Moneragala districts, the Natural Hazards Early Warning Centre of the Meteorology Department said while issuing a heat index.

Over 7,000 health professionals on strike today

Professionals of Supplementary Medical Service across the country have decided to stage a 24-hour token strike commencing from 8am today (24) over several demands.

SL’s struggle with Investment Complexity – Corruption takes the lead

Sri Lanka’s strategic positioning abutting the world’s major trade arteries and in close proximity to key markets in the region makes it a leading investment destination. The successive governments, more or less, have made various attempts to attract investments.

Risk of bacteria spread into society looms

In the context of the contagious Meningococcal disease spreading among the inmates at the Galle prison, medical experts opined that there is a risk of bacteria spreading in society.

Health emergency at Galle prison, admissions restricted

A health emergency has been declared at the Galle prison due to a contagious disease spreading among the inmates.

National Anthem sung at LPL not according to melody: Committee report

The melody of the National Anthem, which was sung by popular singer Umara Sinhawansa, was not according to the melody described in the Constitution, the investigation team of the Public Administration and Local Government Ministry said.

Over 200 drugs still in shortage in Sri Lanka

Despite a string of ongoing challenges in the health sector, Sri Lanka continues to face a shortage of 216 drugs, according to an official.

Unusual increase of rainfall will follow dry spell: Met Dept.

The current dry spell may converted into a diametrically opposite condition in Sri Lanka as an unusual increase of rainfall is expected by November this year, a spokesman from the Department of Meteorology said today.

Foreign Ministry in dilemma, but NARA insistent on joint research

The Foreign Ministry is in a dilemma over the granting of approval to Chinese research vessel SHI YAN 6 (IMO: 9904247) expected to arrive in Sri Lanka for marine research activities in October since India, China’s geopolitical rival is skeptical about its activities in Sri Lankan waters, Daily Mirror learns.

Controversial Lyca Group owner Subaskaran arrives in Sri Lanka

Controversial British-Sri Lankan tycoon Allirajah Subaskaran, the owner of Lyca Group, arrived in Sri Lanka yesterday.

Six out of 11 Paediatric Cardiologists have migrated

In a concerning development showcasing the severe shortage of medical specialists, it has been revealed that six out of the eleven Paediatric Cardiologists have migrated sparking grave concerns over the management of Paediatric Cardiology services, Daily Mirror learns.

Controversial JMO Dr Ruhul Haq sent on compulsory leave

Consultant Judicial Medical Officer (JMO), Dr. Ruhul Haq, who has been embroiled in controversy for defying a suspension imposed by the Sri Lanka Medical Council (SLMC), has been sent on compulsory leave, it is learnt.

CEA mulls legal action against company with no environment license

One of the factories which caught fire in the Katuwana Industrial Zone in Homagama had not obtained an environment license and would have to face legal action, the Central Environment Authority (CEA) said.

A strategic move to harness Asia’s Economic Rise

Schoolchildren are normally used to studying another foreign language in addition to English in case the facilities are available for them to do so. Only a few selected schools in Sri Lanka have the resources to offer optional subjects to students.

Analyst called in to investigate factory fires; Not ours says CIC

The Government Analyst had been called to investigate the fire that occurred on Thursday night at two factories, including a chemical storage plant, located in the Katuwana Industrial Zone in Homagama.

Several MPs to form new group next week

A group of Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MPs together with MPs from other parties have initiated new moves to bring Members of Parliament of all parties to form a joint group to ensure economic justice, the Daily Mirror reliably learned.

Leading hospitals run without Consultant Transfusion Physicians

Several leading hospitals including Karapitiya Teaching  Hospital, Gampaha, Polonnaruwa, Batticaloa, Ampara, Vavuniya and Monaragala District General Hospital are currently operating without  adequately qualified transfusion physicians, resulting in a significant  gap in the provision of essential transfusion services, it is learnt.

SL among the lowest in South Asia for spending on education: UNICEF

Sri Lanka allocated less than 2% of its GDP on education, which falls well below the international benchmark of 4-6% of GDP and is among the lowest in the South Asia region, a statement issued by UNICEF said.

No decision to cancel leave for doctors: Health Ministry

Responding to media reports that the leave of medical consultants who are overseas have been cancelled, Health Ministry Secretary Janaka Sri Chandragupta said the Health Ministry has not taken such a decision as yet.

Govt. to purchase three new CT scan machines worth Rs. 750 Mn

The Government is to spend a sum of Rs 750 million to acquire three CT scan machines, Daily Mirror learns.

Water in Samanalawewa sufficient for three days’ power generation

The water capacity in the Samanalawewa reservoir is sufficient for a maximum of two days of hydropower generation if made with the maximum capacity, an engineer attached to the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) said.