SLTDA to register Mirissa hoteliers this week

The Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) today said that it would launch a mobile registration campaign to register hoteliers in Mirissa this week.

32 injured as bus fell into a precipice at Galagedara

At least 32 passengers had sustained injuries following a private bus which was plying from Kandy to Kurunegala skidded off the road and fell into a precipice at Galagedara this evening, the Police said.

Depreciation of rupee affects private bus industry: Gemunu

The Lanka Private Bus Owners' Association (LPBOA) today demanded at least a 10 percent of bus fare hike following the depreciation of the rupee against the US dollars.

Serbian Deputy PM Dacic to visit Sri Lanka

First Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Serbia, Ivica Dacic would visit India, Nepal and Sri Lanka from May 2 to 8, the B92 News station reported on Monday.  

SL condemns Kabul terror attacks

The Sri Lankan Government today condemned the terrorist attack in Kabul, Afghanistan which targeted civilians and journalists.Issuing a statement, the Foreign Affairs Ministry said, “We extend our heartfelt condolences to the families and loved ones of all victims.We wish all those injured in this senseless violence a speedy recovery,”

Won’t let canteen, hotel owners to raise food prices: CAA

The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) said it would not permit canteen and hotel owners to increase prices of food items in the wake of the recent increase in the price of gas.

CCD halts removal of unauthorised structures in Mirissa

The Coast Conservation Department (CCD) has decided to suspend the removal of illegal constructions on the Mirissa and Weligama coastal belt until further notice, Director General B.K. Prabath Chandrakeerthi said today.

Twin explosions kill over 20 in Kabul

At least 21 people, including six journalists, have been killed and dozens wounded after two explosions hit Kabul, Al Jazeera reported a short while ago quoting Afghan health officials. The blasts went off during rush hour on Monday morning in the Shash Darak area of the Afghan capital.

Dr. Lester James Peries’ funeral on Wednesday

The funeral of late Dr. Lester James Peries would be held at the Independence Square on Wednesday (2) at 4 pm with full state patronage. A discussion was held today with the participation of Additional Secretary to the President Rohana

Fire at Bandarawela Magistrate’s Court record room

A fire has broken out in the record room of the Bandarawela Magistrate’s Court this morning, Police said.

Attack on villagers: IGP instructs disciplinary action on policemen

IGP Pujith Jayasundara had instructed the North Central Province Senior DIG to take disciplinary action against the police officers who reported to have assaulted villagers including several women at a temple in Eppawala.

Dr. Lester James Peries’ funeral under state patronage: PMD

President Maithripala Sirisena has given instructions to conduct the funeral of late Dr. Lester James Peries with full state patronage, Presidential Media Unit said.

Fmr. S'gamuwa PC member conducts cash dansala

A former member of the Sabaragamuwa Provincial Council Indunil Santha Gunasekara had a cash dansala on the occasion of Vesak yesterday in front of his home in Lollegoda, Mawanella.

Father of SL Cinema Lester passes away

Internationally acclaimed film producer and director Dr. Lester James Peries passed away a short while ago.

US Secretary of State reiterates significance of Vesak

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo extended greetings for Buddhist all over the world in view of Vesak.

Second fish cannery soon: Amaraweera

Investors had expressed interest to start the second canned fish factory in Hambantota, Minister of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Development Mahinda Amaraweera said.

Rotten durian causes Melbourne university evacuation

A library in Melbourne was evacuated after a rotting piece of fruit sparked fears of a gas leak.

Special traffic plan within Colombo until May 2

A special traffic plan is in effect within the Colombo City limits from today until May 02, to ease the traffic congestion due to the Vesak Zones, Police Media Spokesman SP Ruwan Gunasekera said.

432 minor offenders released on Vesak Day

Four hundred and thirty two inmates, convicted for minor offences were released yesterday in view of the Vesak Poya Day, Prisons Commissioner Nishan Dhanasinghe said.

Ranil promises more reforms in the UNP

Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe today assured further reforms to the United National Party (UNP) as recommended by the Ruwan Wijewardene Committee.

Lunch packet price up by Rs. 10 from tomorrow: COA

The price of a lunch packet and a hopper will be increased by Rs. 10 and by Rs.2 respectively with effect from tomorrow, Canteen Owners’ Association (COA) said today.

Sooka sends alleged STF perpetrators list to UN

The International Truth and Justice Project (ITJP) headed by Yasmin Sooka has prepared a list of names of 56 Sri Lankan Special Task Force (STF) personnel whom it said should be barred from serving in UN peacekeeping missions.

Landslide warning in Ratnapura

The Disaster Management Centre (DMC) today issued a warning of possible landslides in the Ratnapura and surrounding areas due to heavy rainfall that exceeded 75 mm in the Ratnapura District.

President hints new cabinet by May 01

President Maithripala Sirisena said a new cabinet would likely be appointed before May 01.

Underworld figure Osman's wife arrested

The wife of underworld figure Osman Gunasekara was arrested with live 9 mm ammunitions at her residence in Gampaha yesterday.

Four suspects nabbed over Athurugiriya and Talangama shootings

Four suspects including two former soldiers were arrested by the Mirihana Special Crimes Operation Unit yesterday night in connection with several recent shooting incidents in Athurugiriya and Talangama areas.

Four LTTE supporters sentenced to jail in Tamil Nadu

A court in Ramanathapuram, Tamil Nadu on Saturday sentenced four supporters of the banned Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) to varied jail terms for procuring weapons and trying to smuggle them to Sri Lanka.

Tuition teacher arrested over floating vehicle in canal

The tuition teacher, who surrendered to the police over the incident where a vehicle was found floating in the Viyana Canal at Mahiyanganaya, was arrested today. The SUV vehicle was found floating in the Viyana Canal on Thursday.

Five spill gates of Udawalawa Reservoir opened

Five spill gates of the Udawalawa Reservoir were opened today because of the heavy showers experienced in catchment areas, the Disaster Management Centre (DMC) said.It requested the people living in the downstream to be vigilant of rising water levels.

Buddha Rashmi Vesak Zone: Exhibition of Sacred Relics from Nepal, India

Sacred artifacts from Nepal and Bhutan are to be exhibited at the Buddha Rashmi Vesak Zone, which has been organized by the Gangaramaya Vihara in Hunupitiya and the Prime Minister’s office.