General LNP - BYD’s first shipment arrives in Sri Lanka
John Keells CG Auto marks a new era in green mobility In a momentous event for Sri Lanka’s automotive landscape, the first shipment of BYD’s cutting-edge new…
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General LNP - Beer truck overturns causing heavy traffic on Colombo-Ratnapura road
A container truck transporting beer bottles has met with an accident on the Colombo-Ratnapura main road in the Meennana area in Eheliyagoda, completely…
General LNP - CID investigates alleged plot to disrupt fuel distribution
The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has launched an investigation into a complaint regarding an alleged attempt to disrupt the country’s fuel…
General LNP - ’National Women’s Week’ declared
In line with International Women’s Day, which falls on March 8, the Ministry of Women and Child Affairs has declared a 'National Women’s Week' to commemorate…
General LNP - Fuel distributors warn of shortage from today
While disputing the statement made by Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) Chairman stating that there would be no fuel shortage this week, the Fuel…
General LNP - Dates announced for special exposition of Sacred Tooth Relic
The Diyawadana Nilame of the Sri Dalada Maligawa, Pradeep Nilanga Dela, has announced the dates and times for the special exposition of the Sacred Tooth Relic,…
General LNP - CPC assures no risk of fuel shortage in the country
The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) has assured that there is no risk of a fuel shortage in the country at any point. According to CPC Chairman, D. J.…
General LNP - Muslims to commence Ramadan fasting on Sunday
Muslims in Sri Lanka will begin the Holy month of Ramadan on Sunday, (02), since the new moon for the month was not sighted today, the Colombo Grand Mosque…
General LNP - Sri Lanka’s Hambantota Port and Sinopec enhance maritime fuel supply with HSFO storage
Sri Lanka’s China-backed Hambantota Port and Sinopec have announced the addition of High Sulphur Fuel Oil (HSFO) to their range of ship fuels. In a statement,…
General LNP - Even a monkey can cause an islandwide blackout to Sri Lanka's outdated grid
Sri Lanka was once again plunged into utter chaos yesterday morning when an islandwide power outage hit the districts at around 10.45 am, disrupting the lives…
General LNP - You become a real queen when you fix each other’s crowns –Ishadi Amanda
Sri Lanka’s Ishadi Amanda who won first runner-up at the recently concluded Mrs. World 2024 pageant in Las Vegas spoke about the challenges she had to overcome…
General LNP - Social media contributes to rise in child suicides: CCPSL
The College of Community Physicians of Sri Lanka (CCPSL) states that the use of social media has contributed to an increase in child suicides. Its chairperson,…
General LNP - Sri Lanka’s wild elephant deaths drop in 2024
The Department of Wildlife Conservation has reported that wild elephant deaths in the country decreased in 2024 compared to the previous year. According to the…
General LNP - Over 7,000 motorists penalized for traffic offenses in 24 hours
In a 24-hour operation that concluded at 6.00 a.m. today (01), Sri Lanka Police have enforced the law against 529 drunk drivers as part of a nationwide effort…
General LNP - Highest number of Sri Lankans left for foreign employment in 2024
The year 2024 has set a historic record for the highest number of Sri Lankans migrating for work, with 312,836 individuals leaving the country for employment…
General LNP - Special traffic and parking plan in Colombo on New Year’s eve
Sri Lanka Police has announced a special traffic plan to minimize congestion in Colombo city on New Year’s Eve, December 31, 2024. With large crowds and…
General LNP - CMC launches special initiative to tackle waste accumulation
The Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) has launched a special initiative to address the growing waste accumulation in Colombo. CMC Commissioner Palitha…
General LNP - Over 8,000 motorists penalized for traffic offenses in 24 hours
In a 24-hour operation that concluded at 6.00 a.m. today (28), Sri Lanka Police have enforced the law against 383 drunk drivers as part of a nationwide effort…
General LNP - ‘Cardinal’ only used to polish the floor: ’Pastor’ Jerome
Pastor' Jerome Fernando recently shared a nostalgic Facebook post recalling the role of the 'Cardinal' brand in his childhood Christmas traditions. He fondly…
General LNP - Over 2,000 die in road accidents this year alone
A total of 2,243 people have died in road accidents this year, police said. They reported that 22,967 road accidents, including 2,141 fatal accidents, occurred…
General LNP - Jerome not a Catholic Bishop, don’t get deceived: Catholic Church
The Catholic Bishops Conference in Sri Lanka today clarified that Pastor Jerome Fernando was not a Bishop of the Catholic Church, and therefore the members of…
General LNP - Sripada pilgrimage begins on December 14
The Sripada pilgrimage season for 2024/25 will commence on Unduwap full moon poya day on December 14 after taking caskets of sacred relics, the image of the…
General LNP - 55 Sri Lankans evacuated from Lebanon
A total of 55 vulnerable Sri Lankan workers have been evacuated from Lebanon, the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Beirut said. The Embassy of Sri Lanka in…
General LNP - Half a coconut selling at Rs. 120
Due to a shortage of coconuts in the country, it is reported that half a coconut is being sold at a price between Rs. 100 and Rs. 120. In the Baddegama area,…