Political and Social News
Health officials raise alarm over hygiene standards at Dansals
As relentless rainfall continues, health authorities are sounding the alarm on hygiene standards at dansals during the Vesak festival.
Strict laws against those distorting Buddha’s teachings – Ministry Secretary
Buddha Sasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs Ministry Secretary Somaratne Vidanapathirana stated that the government intends to implement strict laws against those who distort the Buddha’s teachings.
Sri Lanka win 4 x 400m Mixed Relay Silver
Sri Lanka 4 x 400 m mixed relay team won silver medal at the Inagural Asian Relay Championship held in Bangkok, Thailand yesterday.
Hindu Federation requests Presidential pardon for Ven. Gnanasara Thera
The Hindu Federation of Sri Lanka requested President to grant a Presidential Pardon for Ven. Galagodatte Gnanasara Thera.
Sarath Fonseka to split from SJB; to run for President
Former Army chief to contest as independent candidate
Adverse weather: More than 33,000 people in 10 districts affected
More than 33,000 people in ten districts have been affected due to adverse weather conditions around the country, Disaster Management Centre (DMC) Assistant Director Pradeep Kodippili said.
Anura ready for debate with Sajith on June 6: Nalinda Jayatissa
NPP leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake is ready to participate in the proposed debate with Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) leader Sajith Premadasa on June 6, NPP Executive Committee member Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa said yesterday.
Sri Lanka launches probe into alleged ISIS links
- SL State Intelligence awaits further details from Indian intelligence
BOI trade unions oppose Economic Transformation Act
Allege real purpose is to secure financial benefits by transferring 15 profitable and well-operating Investment Zones under BOI to their associates before elections
National War Heroes Day Commemorated under the patronage of the Prime Minister
The 15th National War Heroes Day, commemoration to honour the war heroes, who sacrificed their lives to protect the unity of the motherland, was held under the patronage of Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena today (19.05.2024) in front of the National War Memorial at Sri Jayawardenapura Parliament Grounds.