Government to end monopoly in drug procurement

Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella has directed the National Drug Regulatory Authority (NMRA) to put an end to the existing monopoly in the supply of certain drugs.

Sinopec offers discount of Rs. 3 per litre while CPC makes less than a rupee profit

Sinopec Energy Lanka, which recently started its business operations in Sri Lanka, is offering a discount of Rs. 3 per litre for both petrol and diesel. On the other hand, the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) is making a profit of less than a rupee from all petroleum products after the fuel price revision, according to Energy Minister Kanchana Wijesekera.

CPC, IOC raise fuel prices once again

The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (Ceypetco) and Lanka Indian Oil Company (LIOC) have announced another round of increases in fuel prices, effective from midnight today.

Colombo braces for Meningococcal disease

In the wake of a new patient with Meningococcal disease being found from the Colombo District, the health authorities have requested people to be alert on the symptoms of the disease.

Hundreds of vehicles Illegally imported and registered Causing Rs.5Bn loss to Govt.

More than 400 vehicles had been imported to Sri Lanka in this manner and have been registered illegally

Migration of local air traffic controllers a major issue : SLATCA

Migrating of local air traffic controllers to other countries is becoming a major issue, Sri Lanka Air Traffic Controllers Association (SLATCA) said today.

’’Why should I get into deals with Ranil?’’ asks Sajith

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa denounced reports that the SJB and the UNP will merge soon while he would become the Prime Minister under Ranil Wickremesinghe if the latter wins the next Presidential election.

Meningococcal disease enters Colombo?

A patient with similar symptoms to the Meningococcal disease, which was initially detected at the Galle Prison has been reported from the Colombo district.

University dons to be charged bond fee when leaving overseas?

It has been proposed to introduce a procedure under which university dons will have to pay a bond fee when going overseas for studies and research to prevent them from remaining in those countries.

No contact history between infant and inmates who died of Meningococcal disease

Health authorities have ruled out any contact history between the eight-month-old infant who passed away with symptoms similar to Meningococcal disease and the two inmates at Galle Prison who died of the disease.

Sagara Kariyawasam says ready for legal battle with AKD

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) General Secretary MP Sagara Kariyawasam said he is ready for a legal battle with JVP leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake.

NPP selects AKD as next Presidential candidate

Member of Parliament Anura Kumara Dissanayake said he has been chosen as the candidate of the National People’s Power (NPP) party for the upcoming presidential election.

Sri Lanka logs highest HIV cases in single quarter

Sri Lanka has experienced a dramatic surge in HIV/AIDS cases during the second half of 2023, marking the highest number of cases reported in a single quarter since 2009.

My brother's rocket was a private investment- Namal

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP), MP Namal Rajapaksa responded to discussions surrounding the recent rocket launch by India, emphasizing that people often associate it with the rocket sent by his brother.

Meningococcal Disease raises concerns of community spread

Following the tragic death of an eight-month-old infant at Karapitya Hospital, concerns have sparked over a potential community spread of Meningococcal disease.

Sri Lanka grants permission to dock Chinese vessel amidst Indian’s concern

The Sri Lankan government has granted permission for the Chinese research ship ‘Shi Yan 6’ to dock in Sri Lanka amidst Indian concern.

Stocks of Intraocular Lenses depleted in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is currently facing a shortage of Intraocular Lenses, which are used for treating cataracts and addressing various vision problems through eye implantation.

800,000 families to get ‘Aswesuma’ benefits tomorrow: Semasinghe

Steps have been taken to disburse ’Aswesuma’ funds to the respective banks today to pay the welfare benefits to 800,000 families in the first stage, State Minister of Finance Shehan Semasinghe said today.

Will nearly 800 doctors listed to go abroad, return?

A total of 785 doctors who have completed Doctor of Medicine (MD) are pegged to leave for foreign training in the coming months, Daily Mirror learns.

Underwater explosion suspected as dead turtles found on shoreline

Around 20 turtle carcasses have washed ashore along the stretch of beach from Negombo to Kalutara within a span of just three days.

Six-month ultimatum to wipe out underworld crimes

In the wake of escalating killings and robberies across the country, the police, in collaboration with the Special Task Force (STF), have launched special operations to crack down on organized criminals and individuals associated with them, with the aim of completely controlling organized crimes in the country within the next six months, Western Province Senior DIG Deshabandu Tennakoon told Daily Mirror.

Extreme heat in eight districts can be felt on body

The temperature felt on the human body is expected to increase up to ‘Caution’ level at some places in the North-Central and Eastern Provinces and in Vavuniya, Mullaitivu, Moneragala districts, the Natural Hazards Early Warning Centre of the Meteorology Department said while issuing a heat index.

Over 7,000 health professionals on strike today

Professionals of Supplementary Medical Service across the country have decided to stage a 24-hour token strike commencing from 8am today (24) over several demands.

SL’s struggle with Investment Complexity – Corruption takes the lead

Sri Lanka’s strategic positioning abutting the world’s major trade arteries and in close proximity to key markets in the region makes it a leading investment destination. The successive governments, more or less, have made various attempts to attract investments.

Risk of bacteria spread into society looms

In the context of the contagious Meningococcal disease spreading among the inmates at the Galle prison, medical experts opined that there is a risk of bacteria spreading in society.

Health emergency at Galle prison, admissions restricted

A health emergency has been declared at the Galle prison due to a contagious disease spreading among the inmates.

National Anthem sung at LPL not according to melody: Committee report

The melody of the National Anthem, which was sung by popular singer Umara Sinhawansa, was not according to the melody described in the Constitution, the investigation team of the Public Administration and Local Government Ministry said.

Over 200 drugs still in shortage in Sri Lanka

Despite a string of ongoing challenges in the health sector, Sri Lanka continues to face a shortage of 216 drugs, according to an official.

Unusual increase of rainfall will follow dry spell: Met Dept.

The current dry spell may converted into a diametrically opposite condition in Sri Lanka as an unusual increase of rainfall is expected by November this year, a spokesman from the Department of Meteorology said today.

Foreign Ministry in dilemma, but NARA insistent on joint research

The Foreign Ministry is in a dilemma over the granting of approval to Chinese research vessel SHI YAN 6 (IMO: 9904247) expected to arrive in Sri Lanka for marine research activities in October since India, China’s geopolitical rival is skeptical about its activities in Sri Lankan waters, Daily Mirror learns.