CA orders to demarcate physical boundaries of Muthurajawela Sanctuary

The Court of Appeal today issued an order directing the Surveyor General to expedite the demarcation of physical boundaries of Muthurajawela Sanctuary, to clarify the legal status.

Over 5 children testing positive per day with Covid-19: LRH Director

There is an increasing tendency of children getting infected with Covid-19 where more than five children are admitted to the Lady Ridgeway Hospital (LRH) daily, LRH Director G. Wijesuirya said.

Actress Upeksha Swarnamali released on police bail

Former MP and actress Upeksha Swarnamali, who was arrested in connection with an accident, has been released on police bail.

Tunisia’s PM sacked after violent Covid protests

Tunisia’s president has sacked the prime minister and suspended parliament, after violent mass protests nationwide on Sunday.

Another petition filed in SC challenging Finance Bill

Former Deputy Secretary of the Ceylon Bank Employees Union (CBEU) today filed a Special Determination petition in Supreme Court seeking a declaration that the Bill titled “Finance” requires the approval by the people at a Referendum in addition to the 2/3 approval of the Parliament.

O/L exam postponed to February, 2022: Minister

The 2021 GCE Ordinary Level (O/L) examination has been postponed till February 21, 2022, Education Minister Professor G.L. Peiris said.

Actress Upeksha Swarnamali arrested

Former MP and actress Upeksha Swarnamali has been arrested by the Katugastota police in connection with an accident.

Maximum retail price for 18-litre gas cylinder gazetted

The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) has issued a gazette notification declaring a Maximum Retail Price for the sale of the 18 litres (9.6 kilograms) domestic Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) Cylinder.

Another batch of Pfizer vaccines brought to SL

Another batch of 90,000 doses of ’’Pfizer’’ vaccine manufactured in the US,was brought to the country this morning, the Airport Duty Manager said.

State Minister warns of a teacher COVID-19 cluster

State Minister of Production, Supply and Regulation of Pharmaceuticals Prof. Channa Jayasumana said there is the possibility of a new COVID-19 cluster emerging among teachers who demonstrated regardless of health guidelines.

SJB won’t work with those guilty of child abuse: Eran

Samagi Jana Balawegaya(SJB) MP Eran Wickramaratne said his party would not be able to work with those found guilty of child trafficking, child labour and sexual abuse of children.

Communist Party to vote against Kotalawala Defence University Bill

The Communist Party has decided to vote against the proposed Kotalawala Defence University Bill unless it is amended. The Communist Party is an ally of the government with one parliamentary seat.

What is needed is not a common alliance but a common policy framework: Ranil

Sri Lanka should accept the good aspects of China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and reject the bad ones and maintain a balanced foreign policy, Former Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe said yesterday.

Death of girl: Police say independent probe underway with no interference from any party

The Sri Lanka Police is conducting an independent investigation into the death of the 16-year-old domestic aide who worked at former Minister Rishad Bathiudeen’s residence, without any interference from any person.

SLC employee tests COVID-19 positive

The ‘Press Box’ at the R Premadasa Stadium RPICS was closed for operations during the 1st T20i between Sri Lanka and India, following an SLC employee working in the ‘Press Box’ was found to be Covid ‘Positive.’

45 more succumb to COVID-19

A total of 45 more COVID-19 related deaths that occurred yesterday (24) were confirmed by the Director-General of Health Services today pushing the death toll to 4,099.

937 more COVID-19 patients recover

A total of 937 more COVID-19 patients recovered and were discharged from hospitals increasing the total number of recoveries in Sri Lanka to 267,602, the Health Ministry said.

Majority of infected & COVID deaths are of unvaccinated people

In the wake of an increase in COVID-19 cases in the country in recent days, Director General Health Services Dr Asela Gunawardena said the majority of people being hospitalized with COVID and dying from the disease haven’t been fully vaccinated.

Red alert issued to 16 districts on gusty winds: Met Dept.

A Red alert on gusty winds has been issued for 16 districts, the Department of Meteorology said today. They said the strong winds could blow due to the active south-west monsoon conditions over the country.

SriLankan experiences 70% revenue reduction during financial year 2020/21: Chairman

SriLankan Airlines experienced a revenue reduction of 70% during the financial year 2020/21 when compared to the year before, SriLankan Airlines Chairman Ashok Pathirage said.

One train service will operate on the northern line from tomorrow: SLSMU

The Railways Department has decided to operate one train service from Kankesanthurai to Vavuniya on the Northern line after 72 days from tomorrow, the Sri Lanka Station Masters’ Union (SLSMU) said.

Delta variant to be dominant in Sri Lanka, Medical professionals warn

The Indian variant of COVID-19 known as Delta is on the verge of becoming the dominant strain in Sri Lanka, within the coming months, Association of Medical Specialists (AMS) President LakKumar Fernando warned.

Fervent request from Edu. Ministry Secy to TUs to resume online teaching

Education Ministry Secretary Prof. Kapila Perera has sent a fervent request to all the teachers and principal trade unions to give up their ongoing trade union action and continue with the online teaching activities.

Milka finishes with 45.798 in Women’s Artistic Gymnastics

Gymnast Milka Gehani registered a total score of 45.798 in the Women’s Artistic Gymnastics Sub-division 2 at the Ariake Gymnastics Centre in Tokyo a short while ago.

Capital Maharaja Group Chairman Rajamahendran passes away

Chairman of the Capital Maharaja Group R. Rajamahendran has passed away while receiving treatment at a private hospital in Colombo.

Death of girl: 30 persons questioned, probe finds another bank account of broker

At least 30 statements have been recorded over the death of the 16-year-old domestic aide who worked at former Minister Rishad Bathiudeen’s residence, Police Spokesman SDIG Ajith Rohana said.

Afghanistan-Pakistan ODI series shifted to Sri Lanka from UAE

The three-match ODI series between Afghanistan and Pakistan will now be played in Sri Lanka’s Mahinda Rajapaksa Stadium in Hambantota and not the United Arab Emirates, as confirmed by Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) on Saturday (July 24).

Mickey Arthur’s advice to Sri Lanka players - ’Stay off social media’

Sri Lanka’s head coach Mickey Arthur ordered the national squad off social media on Saturday after disgruntled fans launched a campaign to boycott players following a string of defeats overseas.

52 more die of COVID-19

A total of 52 more COVID-19 related deaths that occurred yesterday (23) were confirmed by the Director-General of Health Services today pushing the death toll to 4,054.

Rishad back to CID from hospital

MP Rishad Bathiudeen, who was admitted to the Colombo National Hospital for a medical examination while being in the CID custody, was taken back to the CID today.