Stranded conductor found during major inspection in Colombo

23 Apr 2026

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A routine inspection in Colombo took an unusual turn this morning when a bus conductor was found left behind after his own bus reportedly drove off without him.

Demand for premium number plates surges past 1,100 since 2023

23 Apr 2026

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The number of motorists opting for high-value vehicle number plates has increased significantly, with over 1,100 plates either issued or reserved since 2023, officials told the Parliamentary Committee on Public Finance (COPF).

Personalized vehicle number plates planned following system upgrade

23 Apr 2026

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The Department of Motor Traffic (DMT) is planning to introduce personalized vehicle number plates featuring customers name, once its existing system is upgraded, officials informed the Parliamentary Committee on Public Finance (COPF).

China completes 2026 school uniform donation for over 4.4 million students

22 Apr 2026

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Certificates were officially exchanged today (22) confirming the completion of the full provision of school uniforms for 2026, donated by the Republic of China.

Government approves procurement of 800,000 dialysis solution bags for kidney patients

22 Apr 2026

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The government has approved the procurement of 800,000 bags of peritoneal dialysis solutions used in the treatment of patients suffering from chronic kidney failure, on the recommendation of the Health and Mass Media Minister.

Cabinet approves new methodology for issuing inter-provincial passenger transport permits

22 Apr 2026

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The Cabinet Ministers has approved a new methodology for the issuance of inter-provincial passenger transport permits, aimed at restructuring and streamlining the country’s public transport permit system.

Namal questions treasury controls after US$2.5 million fraud loss

22 Apr 2026

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The reported loss of US$2.5 million through fraudulent payment instructions is not a minor financial lapse but a serious breakdown in oversight, internal controls and institutional safeguards within the Treasury, Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) National Organiser Namal Rajapaksa has said.

Thundershowers with lightning expected after 1 p.m.

22 Apr 2026

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The Meteorology Department has issued a weather advisory warning of thundershowers accompanied by severe lightning in several parts of the country later today.

Save a life initiative boosts stray dog safety

22 Apr 2026

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A new initiative by Save a Life is helping enhance the safety of stray dogs while promoting peaceful coexistence between humans and animals.

New Year cheers, animal tears

Over 10,000 pets suffer in fireworks fallout

22 Apr 2026

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The festive cheer of the Sinhala and Tamil New Year has come under sharp criticism, with veterinary experts claiming that more than 10,000 cats and dogs have suffered hearing damage and disorientation due to firecrackers and fireworks.

Gnanasara Thera calls for international probe into Easter Sunday attacks

22 Apr 2026

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Galagoda Aththe Gnanasara Thera, General Secretary of the Bodu Bala Sena (BBS), has called on all responsible parties, including Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith, to cease what he described as “acting” in efforts to identify those involved in the Easter Sunday attacks and instead hand over the investigations to an independent international inquiry.

Central expressway sections to open in 2027 and 2028: RDA

21 Apr 2026

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The Road Development Authority (RDA) has announced that key sections of the Central Expressway are scheduled to be opened in phases over the coming years.

MLFF system to replace cash toll payments on expressways

21 Apr 2026

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Amid ongoing moves to reduce cash handling on expressways, the Road Development Authority (RDA) is preparing to introduce a new toll collection system known as Multi-Lane Free Flow (MLFF), RDA Director General Anuradha Hettiarachchi said.

Protect the planet, CEJ urges public on earth day

21 Apr 2026

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On the occasion of International Earth Day, the Centre for Environmental Justice (CEJ) has called on the public to reaffirm their commitment to environmental justice, biodiversity protection and climate resilience, stressing that safeguarding the planet is the responsibility of every citizen.

Heat index alert issued as “caution level” temperatures expected across island

21 Apr 2026

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A widespread heat alert has been issued for almost all provinces, warning that the “feels-like” temperature could rise to caution level during daytime hours across large parts of Sri Lanka.

Dhamma school teacher exam 2026 application deadline extended

21 Apr 2026

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The Buddhist Affairs Department has extended the application deadline for the 2026 Dhamma School Teacher Certificate Examination.

Low-floor bus service launched in Makumbura with priority for disabled passengers

21 Apr 2026

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A pilot low-floor bus service aimed at providing safe, comfortable and reliable transport for persons with disabilities and special needs was launched today ( 21) at the Makumbura Multimodal Transport Center under the government’s “Clean Sri Lanka” programme.

Heavy rains above 100mm expected across several provinces today

21 Apr 2026

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The Meteorology Department says showers or thundershowers will occur in most parts of the island after 1.00 p.m. today (21).

AWC urges Vietnamese monk to fast-track delayed animal welfare act

21 Apr 2026

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The Animal Welfare Coalition (AWC) has issued an appeal to Vietnamese monk Venerable Pannakara Thera urging immediate intervention to expedite the long-delayed Animal Welfare Act, describing it as a critical step toward protecting Sri Lanka’s street animals.

Controversy erupts over alleged “no dog removal” directive linked to “Aloka” initiative

21 Apr 2026

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A heated controversy has emerged after the Animal Welfare Coalition (AWC) claimed that a special notice had been issued to police and local government authorities saying that “no street dogs need to be removed through Aloka,” sparking confusion and debate over the authenticity and intent of the directive.