Any scheduled power cuts will be announced in advance: Energy Minister
Minister of Energy Kumara Jayakody has assured the public that any scheduled power cuts will be announced prior to implementation, stressing that the government will only disrupt electricity supply under planned circumstances. Responding to concerns raised by SJB MP Mujibur…
President to announce special economic relief package today
Leader of the House, Minister Bimal Rathnayake, has announced that Cabinet approval has been granted for a special relief package for groups affected by the Middle East conflict. Addressing the Parliament today, Minister Rathnayake said that President Anura Kumara Dissanayake…
Two arrested for illegal fuel storage in Ududumbara and Nawagamuwa
Police have arrested two suspects in separate raids for illegally storing fuel without the required licenses. Both operations were carried out yesterday (06) following information received by local Police units. Officers from the Ududumbara Police Station conducted a raid in…
Together for Health. Stand with Science: What I’ve Learned About Health Beyond Hospitals
By Dr. Dayanath Ranatunga, Assistant Representative, UNFPA On this World Health Day (7 April), we are reminded of a simple yet powerful truth: health is not static, and neither are the challenges we face. This year’s theme, ‘Together for Health….
Sri Lanka Navy boosts Chemical Emergency Readiness
The Sri Lanka Navy has conducted a training exercise on Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) emergency response at the Port of Trincomalee Harbour, strengthening resilience against different forms of threats. According to the Navy, organized by the CBRN Unit…
Police permitted to conduct raids beyond jurisdictions – Public Security Minister
Minister of Public Security Ananda Wijepala says that Police units have been permitted to conduct raids in any Police Division, if the Police in that area are not taking the necessary action. Addressing a meeting, Minister Wijepala said that permission…
Cabinet approves Fuel Subsidy Scheme for Fisheries Sector
The Cabinet has granted approval to provide fuel subsidies aimed at easing the burden on Sri Lanka’s fishing community. Under the new scheme, small fishing boats will receive a subsidy of Rs. 50 per litre, while multi‑day fishing vessels will…
Afternoon showers expected in several Provinces today
Showers or thundershowers will occur at several places in the Northern, North-central, Central, Sabaragamuwa, Uva and Southern provinces after 1.00 pm today, according to the Department of Meteorology. Showers may occur in the Hambanthota and Ampara districts in the morning. …
Sun directly overhead in 8 areas including Dehiwala today
The sun will be directly overhead across parts of Sri Lanka from April 5 to April 15 due to its apparent northward relative motion, the Department of Meteorology said. Today (April 7), the sun will be directly overhead at around…
Sinopec further increases Super Diesel price
Sinopec increased the price of Super Diesel by Rs. 28 per litre to Rs. 600, effective from midnight last night. CPC and Lanka IOC have not changed their fuel prices. The post Sinopec further increases Super Diesel price appeared first…