Five new cases of novel coronavirus have been reported increasing the total number of cases detected in Sri Lanka to 3,379.
Four arrivals from Oman including an Indian seaman and one arrival from United Arab Emirates (UAE) have tested positive for Covid-19.
Currently 136 patients infected with the virus are being treated at hospitals while total recoveries have increased to 3,230.
Govt exerting influence over country's judiciary – Opposition Leader accuses
Sri Lanka to strengthen preparedness for potential El Niño-related climate changes
Sri Lanka’s dengue death toll rises to 47 as cases exceed 67,000
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Dengue cases remain high in Western Provincewith nearly 35,000 cases reported
Appeals Court postpones further consideration of Suresh Sallay’s petition until July 14
Opposition Leader accuses govt of exploiting parliamentary rules to silence MPs
Eight prison officers killed in Negombo Prison riots posthumously promoted
Prison officer faces death threats after opening fire during Negombo Prison clash
Paddy procurement for Yala season set to commence on July 15
71 Colombo University students contract dengue; several lectures moved online
Several opposition MPs criticize govt's handling of Negombo Prison unrest
Opposition MPs stage black armband protest in parliament over Negombo Prison unrest
Negombo Prison unrest: Remains of fallen officers brought to Welikada Prison for final respects
Inflation accelerates to 6.8% in June as unemployment remains at 3.7% in Q1 2026
