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Death toll from Israeli attacks on Lebanon exceeds 3,400
Death toll from Israeli attacks on Lebanon exceeds 3,400
At least 41 people died and 140 more were injured after Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon during the past day, despite the ceasefire that has been in force since April 17, the country’s health ministry said. MORE..
Single-use plastic water bottles banned in all state institutions
Single-use plastic water bottles banned in all state institutions
The use and purchase of single-use plastic water bottles in all government institutions has been banned with effect from today (31), under a directive issued by the Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government. MORE..
PHIs identify 148 Vesak dansals violating health guidelines
PHIs identify 148 Vesak dansals violating health guidelines
Public Health Inspectors (PHIs) have identified 148 Vesak dansals operating in violation of health and safety guidelines during a special island-wide inspection programme conducted over the past three days. MORE..
Derana’s 24-hour ‘Vesak Dansala’ successfully concludes
Derana’s 24-hour ‘Vesak Dansala’ successfully concludes
Sri Lanka’s largest 24-hour ‘Vesak Dansala’, organized by the Derana Media Network, successfully concluded at 7.00 p.m. today (31) after serving tens of thousands of devotees and visitors. MORE..
Over 200 injured after Champions League riots in France
Over 200 injured after Champions League riots in France
A total of 219 people have been injured in clashes between football fans and police across France after Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) won the Champions League final against Arsenal. MORE..
Man arrested in Wellawatta over illegal sale of liquor
Man arrested in Wellawatta over illegal sale of liquor
An individual has been arrested in Wellawatta for allegedly being in possession of and selling liquor illegally. MORE..
WHO urges countries to reconsider travel restrictions amid Ebola outbreak
WHO urges countries to reconsider travel restrictions amid Ebola outbreak
The World Health Organization (WHO) Director-GeneralTedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has called on countries to reconsider travel bans and border closures imposed in response to the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and neighbouring Uganda. MORE..
Woman killed in bus accident on Galle–Matara main road
Woman killed in bus accident on Galle–Matara main road
A 65-year-old woman has died after being hit by a private bus on the Galle–Matara main road in Kapparathota, Weligama. MORE..
Advisory issued for strong winds and rough seas
Advisory issued for strong winds and rough seas
An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for rough sea conditions and strong winds for the sea areas extending from Mullaitivu to Chilaw via Kankesanthurai, Mannar and from Galle to Pottuvil via Hambantota. MORE..
Sathara Publishers Founder Chandrasoma Perera passes away
Sathara Publishers Founder Chandrasoma Perera passes away
Chandrasoma Perera, the founder of Sathara Group and a senior editor of Sathara Publishers, has passed away at the age of 82. MORE..
Israel troops capture Beaufort Castle in southern Lebanon push against Hezbollah
Israel troops capture Beaufort Castle in southern Lebanon push against Hezbollah
Israeli troops have seized the 900-year-old Beaufort Castle and its strategic ridge in southern Lebanon, the military said on Sunday, a major advance against Iran-backed Hezbollah despite a ceasefire announced more than six weeks ago. MORE..
Five new Mammography machines added to hospital network
Five new Mammography machines added to hospital network
Steps have been taken to add five advanced mammography machines to major hospitals across the country, in a bid to enhance diagnostic and treatment services, the Ministry of Health and Mass Media has stated. MORE..
Sri Lanka, Australia seek to expand trade and tourism ties
Sri Lanka, Australia seek to expand trade and tourism ties
High-level discussions have been held to expand trade and tourism ties between Sri Lanka and Australia. MORE..
Trump boasts "extreme intelligence" after release of medical results
Trump boasts "extreme intelligence" after release of medical results
US President Donald Trump on Sunday hailed ‘extreme intelligence’ after his medical test results arrived. Sharing that he got a perfect score in the cognitive test, Trump urged people who would be running for the coveted positions of President and Vice-President to take the test. MORE..
UNP calls for formal process and consultation with Maha Sangha on monastic discipline issues
UNP calls for formal process and consultation with Maha Sangha on monastic discipline issues
The United National Party (UNP) has stressed the need to follow established procedures when addressing matters concerning Buddhist monastic discipline. MORE..
Donald Trump says Iran has agreed to no nuclear weapons
Donald Trump says Iran has agreed to no nuclear weapons
United States President Donald Trump said he had secured guarantees from Iran that it would not develop nuclear weapons, as reports emerged he had sent a tougher peace proposal back to Tehran. MORE..
Japan provides US$1.33 million grant to revive livelihoods of Eastern fishermen
Japan provides US$1.33 million grant to revive livelihoods of Eastern fishermen
Japan has extended a financial grant of US$1.33 million to Sri Lanka to assist inland fishermen in the Eastern Province whose livelihoods were affected by the Cyclone Ditwah. MORE..
Woman killed in train accident near Wellawatte Railway Station
Woman killed in train accident near Wellawatte Railway Station
A woman has been killed after being struck by a train near the Wellawatte Railway Station, police stated. MORE..
Hundreds arrested in France after wild Champions League celebrations
Hundreds arrested in France after wild Champions League celebrations
Clashes between football fans and police across France have led to more than 400 arrests following the victory of Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) in the Champions League final against Arsenal. MORE..
Bodies of all 3 children recovered after drowning incident in Hungama
Bodies of all 3 children recovered after drowning incident in Hungama
The bodies of all three schoolchildren who went missing while bathing in the sea at Kalametiya, Hungama, yesterday (30) have now been recovered. MORE..
Private bus operators call for 5% fare hike following fuel price increase
Private bus operators call for 5% fare hike following fuel price increase
The Lanka Private Bus Owners’ Association (LPBOA) has requested the National Transport Commission (NTC) to implement an interim revision of bus fares following the recent increase in fuel prices. MORE..
No revision of bus fares despite diesel price hike – NTC
No revision of bus fares despite diesel price hike – NTC
The National Transport Commission (NTC) has announced that there will be no revision of bus fares despite the recent increase in diesel prices.
Two schoolchildren confirmed dead after drowning incident in Hungama
Two schoolchildren confirmed dead after drowning incident in Hungama
The bodies of two schoolchildren who went missing while bathing in the sea at Kalametiya, Hungama yesterday (30) have been recovered this morning (31). MORE..
Special traffic plan in place for Nugegoda Sri Dharmaramaya Vesak Perahera today
Special traffic plan in place for Nugegoda Sri Dharmaramaya Vesak Perahera today
Sri Lanka Police says a special traffic management plan has been implemented as a large number of devotees and spectators are expected to gather to witness the Perahera organized by Nugegoda Sri Dharmaramaya Temple today (31) in celebration of the Vesak Festival.MORE..
Man dies after earth mound collapses in Maskeliya
Man dies after earth mound collapses in Maskeliya
A man has reportedly died after a mound of earth collapsed in the Glantilwatta area of Maskeliya. MORE..