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Uncategorized S14 power sets arrive from China
Four S14 power sets ordered by the Railways Department arrived in Sri Lanka from China yesterday. The order was placed before the COVID-19 pandemic spread…
Uncategorized National New Year auspicious times
The auspicious time to light the hearth for Sinhala and Tamil New Year, which will dawn at 8.23 p.m. today, is at 10.05 p.m. facing the East and dressed in…
Uncategorized Lengthy queues for kerosene
Lengthy queues were seen at gas stations that pump kerosene. People were seen carrying bottles at queues to fill them with kerosene.
Uncategorized Where is your face mask?
An Army officer is seen advising two persons who had not worn face masks in a backdrop where the Government has made wearing masks compulsory when travelling…
Uncategorized ‘Exit strategy’ on curfew to be implemented by end of April: Dr. Jasinghe
An ‘exit strategy' for the prevailing curfew could be implemented by end of April for several districts in the low risk zone if the country continues to…
Uncategorized 67 sent to quarantine centre from Ratnapura found negative for COVID-19
The 67 persons who were taken to the quarantine center at Diyatalawa Army Camp from Ratnapura and Pelmadulla were brought back to their homes as the PCR tests…
Uncategorized To honor frontline workers battling COVID-19
The Lotus Tower was lit up last evening to pay respect to all health workers, tri-forces and police personnel, and all other support teams in the frontline in…
Uncategorized It’s Good Friday
Churches in the country looked deserted today due to pandemic situation despite today being the Good Friday when Catholics remember the crucifixion of Jesus.
Uncategorized SLPP suspends membership of Thanamalwila PS member
The SLPP party membership of Thanamalwila Pradeshiya Sabha member Nalaka Ranaweera, who was arrested for raping a 13-year-old girl in Sevanagala, has been…
Uncategorized Let’s be together in spirit this Sinhalese & Tamil New Year: Aussie PM
In a message for the Sinhalese and Tamil New Year, Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison said, "though we cannot gather together in our homes or congregate…
Uncategorized COVID-19 Fund balance surpasses Rs.585mn with public donations
The balance of the COVID-19 Healthcare and Social Security Fund has surpassed over Rs.585 million with the public donations made by today, the President's…
Uncategorized To expel loneliness …
A musical programme organised by the Sri Lanka Army for the entertainment and to expel the stress and loneliness of residents who are self-quarantining at…
Uncategorized Withdrawing receipts or cash?
These are trying times for all of us due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the restrictions imposed to curb the virus in the country. Many people were seen…
Uncategorized NTB deploys mobile ATMs to areas in Western Province
Focused on providing support and service during this challenging time, Nations Trust Bank (NTB) has commenced deployment of mobile ATM services to many areas…
Uncategorized Envoys of EU countries commend measures taken to manage COVID-19 situ in SL
A group of European Union (EU) ambassadors met with the Chairman of the Special Task Force on Providing Essential Services, Basil Rajapaksa, yesterday and…
Uncategorized Personal Protective Equipment donated
The Colombo Electrical Traders Association (CETA) donated a set of Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs) to Colombo Divisional Secretary Kanchana Gunawardena,…
Uncategorized Wuhan reopens after months-long lockdown
China has reported zero new coronavirus deaths for the first time since it emerged as the nation on Wednesday scaled back lockdown standard and reopened the…
Uncategorized Govt. to shut down all economic centres
The Government has decided to close all Economic Centres in the country to prevent the people from gathering into economic centers exposing them to the…
Uncategorized Staying at home...
All the Buddhist temples across the country were seen deserted on Bak Full Moon Poya Day today due to the curfew imposed islandwide and the social distancing…
Uncategorized Fish to doors...
Lorries carrying fish and vegetables are transported to people during curfew hours.
Uncategorized Thank you...
The Sri Lankan chef, Anura Bandara Herath, who was aboard the cruise ship MSC Magnifica, was brought to the country by the Sri Lanka Navy this morning
Uncategorized Corona deaths top 100 in India
The Indian Union Health Ministry on Monday said 109 deaths were reported across the country due to Coronavirus, and the total number of infected cases so far…
Uncategorized Home Garden Challenge
Several public figures including politicians, cricketers and social influencers were seen engaged in planting vegetable and fruit plants in their gardens. Here…
Uncategorized Preparing 1,000 relief package
Samurdhi officers are seen preparing 1,000 relief package containing essential items to be given to Samurdhi recipients.