Crime Update: 338 arrested for violating curfew
A total of 338 individuals had been arrested by the police since Saturday for violating the curfew which was imposed island-wide, the Police Headquarters said.…
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Health Military trucks transport coronavirus victims’ coffins to be cremated
Army trucks drive along a road in Bergamo yesterday in what Italians have described as one of the ‘saddest’ images in the country’s history (DM) Coffins…
Health Ready to help India with epidemic prevention experience: China
People wearing protective face masks (HT) Beijing, (Hindustan Times), 19 March 2020 - China on Thursday said it was ready to share its…
Politics UNP urges govt. to compensate the severely affected by COVID-19
The United National Party (UNP) yesterday urged the government to grant a dole to those who are engaged in daily odd jobs as they are the ones who are mostly…
Politics China to donate more masks
Ambassador Hu Wei met Health Minister Pavithra Wanniarachchi and pledged to donate another 100k Masks(incl. 10k N95) and 20k Test Kits to Sri Lanka…
Weather Act with great restraint & follow advices: PM
In a statement, Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa today urged the public to act with great restraint and with the future in mind at a time when the world is in…
Politics Strictly adhere to social distancing policy: Govt.
The Government today requested the public to strictly adhere to the social distancing policy of one metre at public places. In a statement, the President's…
Health Number of COVID-19 patients rises to 70
The number of COVID-19 contracted patients in the country has increased to 70 by now, Health Minister Pavithra Wanniarachchi said.
Business People first, economy next, says top economist Fighting COVID-19
Nishan De Mel By Shabiya Ali Ahlam As Sri Lanka is witnessing its economy coming to an almost stagnant state due to the unavoidable measures taken by the…
Politics Fraternity and hypocrisy!
There is a political duo in an area known for the presence of wild donkeys, who are seen campaigning together these days calling themselves, ‘aiya-malli’.…
Politics Groomed for the old game!
The talking point among people in a certain district these days is said to be about a daughter of a former purohita who had amassed wealth exploiting the…
Crime Money offered to attract candidates!
A roly-poly political high-up from an area South of Gin Ganga is said to be offering Rs. 2.5 million each to popular local politicos willing to run as his…
Health Number of COVID-19 patients rises to 50
The number of patients infected by COVID-19 has increased to 50, Health Minister Pavithra Wanniarachchi said. Speaking at the National Operation Centre for the…
Weather Train services limited upto Negombo only: GMR
The Railways Department today decided to limit all train services up to Negombo on the Colombo-Puttalam line from this evening, the Railways General Manager…
Business Taxes on imported face masks, disinfectants removed
The government has decided to remove import duty and other taxes imposed on all imported face masks and disinfectants including sanitizers from midnight…
Crime Maximum retail price for Masoor Dhal, Big Onions and Canned Fish
While issuing an extraordinary gazette notification the Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) today declared a maximum retail price for Masoor Dhal, Big Onions…
Weather Railways sterilizes train compartments
A programme to sterilize all train compartments arriving at the Dematagoda, Maradana and Maligawatta Running Sheds was commenced today, General Manager of…
Travel SL urges countries to extend visas of visiting Sri Lankans
Foreign Secretary Ravinatha Aryasinha has requested foreign governments to facilitate the appropriate extension of visas for Sri Lankans currently visiting…
Politics Country should come together to carry out quarantine activities: Sajith
The entire country should come together and support all transparent quarantine activities, Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) Leader Sajith Premadasa said yesterday.…
Travel CAA closes all entry points till March 25
“All international airports in the country will be closed for passenger arrivals from 0400 today to midnight 2359, March 25,” the Civil Aviation Authority…
Travel Domestic pilgrimages, leisure trips suspended indefinitely
The National Operation Centre for Prevention of COVID-19 Outbreak (NOCPCO) yesterday decided to suspend all pilgrimages and leisure trips within the country…
Weather Arjuna to consider refraining from contesting at polls
Former MP Arujna Ranatunga yesterday said he will refrain from contesting the general election because of the crisis brought on by CORVID-19. Mr. Ranatunga…
Politics His foray into politics blocked!
A rumour that went viral recently said that a young offspring of a top political family currently attached to a security service is planning to enter the fray…
Politics He got a cold reception!
The inauguration of the new alliance, the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) led by Sajith was held at Nelum Pokuna the other day. ll Opposition party leaders…