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Friday, July 30, 2021

Local: All Government employees called back for work from Aug. 2
2021-07-30 09:46:00
The government has decided to call all public...
Local: Over 3,000 people are still in quarantine
2021-07-30 07:30:00
3,463 persons were undergoing quarantine at 66...
Local: Phase 2 of Kanugahawewa renovation project vested
2021-07-30 07:24:00
The Kanugahawewa Renovation Project which came to...
Local: Highest number of vaccines administered yesterday in Sri Lanka
2021-07-30 04:58:00
The highest number of vaccines given in a single...
Law & Order: Remains of Rishad's domestic aide exhumed
2021-07-30 04:50:00
The body of 16 year-old domestic worker who died...
Local: 113 quarantine law violators arrested
2021-07-30 04:36:00
113 persons were arrested yesterday for not...
Local: Today's Weather Forecast
2021-07-30 04:34:00
A few showers will occur in Sabaragamuwa, Western...
Local: Full flights allowed for fully jabbed passengers from August 1
2021-07-29 19:46:00
The Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka has...
Local: Girl’s death:Three member panel for second post-mortem
2021-07-29 19:45:00
A three-member panel has been appointed to...
Local: Former Daily News Editor Geoff Wijesinghe passes away
2021-07-29 19:44:00
Veteran journalist Geoff Wijesinghe (86), a...
Local: Country lost Rs. 200 bn with Sampur Plant not coming up - CEB Engineers
2021-07-29 19:42:00
The CEB Engineers’ Association revealed that the...
Local: Companies agree to reduction in electrical wire prices
2021-07-29 19:42:00
Companies manufacturing domestic electrical wires...
Local: UNP heralds 75 with 75 programmes
2021-07-29 19:38:00
The UNP will launch 75 ambitious programmes on...
Local: Special Police Unit to scan for child porn video scammers
2021-07-29 19:36:00
A special police unit, the National Centre for...
Local: Mangala for total ‘U-turn’, averse to SJB
2021-07-29 19:34:00
Former Minister Mangala Samaraweera yesterday (29...
One of the protests in progress.
Local: Two protests over girl’s death at MP Rishad’s house
2021-07-29 19:30:00
Two protests were held in Nawalapitiya and Hatton...
Local: Police clarify ‘Polish, Rambukkana’
2021-07-29 19:30:00
The Police Media Unit yesterday clarified the...
Local: City Beautification Project focusing on Western Province
2021-07-29 19:30:00
The Special Assignments and Environment Division...
Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Nepal Himalee Arunatilaka in discussion with newly appointed Prime Minister of Nepal Sher Bahadur Deuba after handing him Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa’s Congratulatory Message.
Local: Premier congrats Nepali counterpart
2021-07-29 19:30:00
In a congratulatory message to the newly...
Local: AMTS inducts another RSF batch
2021-07-29 19:30:00
The Air Mobile Training School (AMTS) in Nikawewa...
Local: ‘Jabs for 85 per cent in Southern Province by October end’
2021-07-29 19:30:00
 Eighty per cent of people in the Southern...
Local: Suspect arrested with 2,450 kg of heroin
2021-07-29 19:30:00
A person has been arrested along with 2.450 kg of...
Local: Dolphin washed ashore in Batticaloa
2021-07-29 19:30:00
 A four-foot dolphin has been washed ashore...
Local: Full circle rainbow captured
2021-07-29 19:30:00
Our Karandeniya correspondent captured this full...
Local: Newly build Institute of Urology and Nephrology unit opened
2021-07-29 19:30:00
Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa yesterday opened...
Local: Woman holding Rs.60 mn drug money held
2021-07-29 19:30:00
The CID arrested a 41-year-old woman who had...
Local: Rise in dengue cases across country this year
2021-07-29 19:30:00
The Health Ministry’s National Dengue Control...
Local: ‘Rishad now without a political leadership’
2021-07-29 19:30:00
Parliamentarian Rishad Bathiudeen seems to be a...
Local: Ranjan addresses fans
2021-07-29 19:30:00
Former MP Ranjan Ramanayake, who was sentenced to...
Anuradhapura Government Agent R.M. Wanninayake.
Local: Organic Fertilizer Manufacturers being registered in Anuradhapura
2021-07-29 19:30:00
The Anuradhapura District Special Task Force,...
State Minister Siripala Gamalath along with officials inspecting a organic fertilizer manufacturing site. Picture by Kelum Liyanage.
Local: ‘Decision to promote organic fertilizer made giving priority to national interest’
2021-07-29 19:30:00
 The decision to promote organic fertilizer...
Local: Gem, Relic stolen from temple in Wanduramba
2021-07-29 19:30:00
The golden Urna Curl Relic (Urna Roma Dhathuwa)...
Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa discussing the issues with the Water Supply and Drainage Ministry Officials. Picture by Prime Minister’s Media Unit
Local: PM directs Officials to conserve catchment areas
2021-07-29 19:30:00
Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa on Wednesday...
Local: Three poachers arrested after leopard slain
2021-07-29 19:30:00
Officers of the Nallathanniya Range Office of the...
Local: ‘Legal reforms vital to ensure more women representation in Parliament’
2021-07-29 19:30:00
‘Legal reforms vital to ensure more women...
Local: SLBFE to vaccinate 10,000 foreign job-seekers this week
2021-07-29 19:30:00
 The Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment...
State Minister Tharaka Balasuriya in discussion with Resident High Commissioner of New Zealand to Sri Lanka Michael Appleton.
Local: New Zealand envoy calls on State Minister Balasuriya
2021-07-29 19:30:00
The first Resident High Commissioner of New...
Local: Tourist hot spots at 150 water bodies for aircraft operation
2021-07-29 19:30:00
Tourism Minister Prasanna Ranatunga said that 150...
Commander in Chief of the Russian Navy, Admiral Nikolai Yevmenov with Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy, Vice Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenne.
Local: Sri Lanka Navy takes part in 325 Anniversary of Russian Navy
2021-07-29 19:30:00
The Russian Navy celebrated the 325th Anniversary...
Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Nepal Himalee Arunatilaka in discussion with newly appointed Prime Minister of Nepal Sher Bahadur Deuba after handing him Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa’s Congratulatory Message.
Local: Premier congrats Nepali counterpart
2021-07-29 19:30:00
In a congratulatory message to the newly...
President’s Senior Advisor Lalith Weeratunga and Pesident’s Media DG Sudewa Hettiarachchi at yesterday’s launch.(Picture by PMD)
Local: COVID Jabs for all over 30 by September 15
2021-07-29 19:30:00
President’s Senior Advisor Lalith Weeratunga...
A luxury apartment built by Blue Ocean Group
Business: Blue Ocean Group, Link Engineering profits from positive economic growth
2021-07-29 19:30:00
The development of a country and its real estate...
Business: Shares - Market Statistics on 29.07.2021
2021-07-29 19:30:00
 
Business: Exchange Rates - 29.07.2021
2021-07-29 19:30:00
Team of UPS officials together with local authorities.
Business: UPS distributes Pfizer-BioNTech doses in Sri Lanka
2021-07-29 19:30:00
UPS in Sri Lanka is proud to announce the...
Business: World Bank designs webinar on Tourism Lanka’s Sustainability
2021-07-29 19:30:00
The World Bank Group in collaboration with WebEx...
Some of the much looked forwarded to indoor and outdoor auctions of Schokman & Samerawickreme
Business: Auctions go digital under ‘New Normal’
2021-07-29 19:30:00
Schokman & Samerawickreme the leading auction...
Vocational Training Authority of Sri Lanka Chairman Eranga Basnayake, and ChildFund Sri Lanka Country Manager Nalaka Siriwardena exchange the MoU
Business: ChildFund Sri Lanka signs MoU with Vocational Training Authority
2021-07-29 19:30:00
ChildFund Sri Lanka recognizes the critical...
Business: Pelwatte Dairy records 148% increase in PBT, farmer payouts by 70% YoY
2021-07-29 19:30:00
Pelwatte Dairy, one of the leading dairy brands...
Business: OPPO holds ‘What’s Next for Flash Charging?’ Open Day
2021-07-29 19:30:00
One of Sri Lanka’s leading global smart device...
Slim officials at the launch
Business: SLIM launches Data-Drive Marketing Professional
2021-07-29 19:30:00
The Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing, the apex...
Colombo Port City. Picture by Sudath Malaweera
Business: Local Construction sector can gain through Colombo Port City
2021-07-29 19:30:00
Ceylon Institute of Builders (CIOB) urges from...
Prof W D Lakshman
Business: Reserve cushion to be rebuilt in August – Governor
2021-07-29 19:30:00
Following the successful full payment of the...
Business: Depositors of F&G Property Developers call for appointment of capable administrator
2021-07-29 19:30:00
Depositors of the Ceylinco-owned F&G Property...
Business: Only 1% Government school teachers capable
2021-07-29 19:30:00
Recent statistics compiled in the Annual School...
Business: ‘Face masks’ from CWE
2021-07-29 19:30:00
Wearing face masks, washing hands and the...
Business: CCC hosts Best Corporate Citizen Sustainability Awards again
2021-07-29 19:30:00
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce (CCC) announces...
Business: Bourse gathers momentum with positive interim results
2021-07-29 19:30:00
Colombo bourse gathered momentum with the...
UPS Staff with the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine.
Business: UPS distributes Pfizer-BioNTech doses in Sri Lanka
2021-07-29 19:30:00
UPS in Sri Lanka is proud to announce the...
Business: All-in-one interactive flat panel smartboards from Singer
2021-07-29 19:30:00
Singer (Sri Lanka), a premier consumer durables...
AGM Marketing and Sales Gamika de Silva
Business: Seylan Bank drives mindset change in COVID-19 safety awareness with #ResponsibleMe
2021-07-29 19:30:00
 Seylan Bank has received massive public...
Business: Doc990, MyDoctor partner SLVA
2021-07-29 19:30:00
SLVA Treasurer Dr Nuwan Wickramasinghe, SLVA...
Business: Clean Ocean Force completes first year of operation
2021-07-29 19:30:00
Clean Ocean Force (COF) successfully completed...
Editorial: Pay heed to reason
2021-07-29 19:30:00
Teacher Unions have decided to step up their...
World: UK already facing Climate Change - Scientists
2021-07-29 19:30:00
The UK is already undergoing disruptive climate...
World: Beijing records first COVID case in six months
2021-07-29 19:30:00
Beijing recorded its first Covid-19 case in...
World: Breakthrough infections could lead to ‘Long Covid’
2021-07-29 19:30:00
Vaccinated Israelis who go on to contract the...
World: Bhutan breaks vaccination records
2021-07-29 19:30:00
Bhutan has fully vaccinated 90% of its eligible...
President’s Senior Advisor Lalith Weeratunga addressing journalists at the PMC inauguration, flanked by Presidential Spokesman Kingsley Rathnayaka and President’s Media Division Director General Sudewa Hettiarachchi. 
Features: To elevate Govt-media interaction to a new high
2021-07-29 19:30:00
A long-felt need for quick dissemination of...
Features: Victims’ Voices Lead the Way
2021-07-29 19:30:00
 Trafficking in Persons is an organized...
The signing of the Indo Lanka Accord in July 1987
Features: Inglorious war, fought gloriously in Sri Lanka
2021-07-29 19:30:00
Thirty-four years ago, India sent its forces to...
Features: Those who borrow have recourse to the law too
2021-07-29 19:30:00
Individuals resort to various stratagems to hold...
Features: Flagship of the Indian Navy
2021-07-29 19:30:00
The maritime history of India dates back many...
T&C: Labour of love
2021-07-29 19:30:00
One of the most expensive—and often most wasteful...
T&C: The power of Zen
2021-07-29 19:30:00
It is exciting to travel again and explore new...
T&C: Varieties of passions
2021-07-29 19:30:00
The Passion Flower has more than 400 different...
T&C: Rainbow indulgence
2021-07-29 19:30:00
It’s no secret that rainbow-colored food has been...
T&C: Fascinating history of the Japanese Lucky Cat
2021-07-29 19:30:00
If you’ve ever been to Japan or other parts of...
T&C: CEJ to Raise Awareness on Sexual and Gender-Based Violence, Challenges and Solutions
2021-07-29 19:30:00
The Centre for Equality & Justice (CEJ) is...
T&C: Skincare routine for your workout
2021-07-29 19:30:00
Whether you’ve always been a gym buff, or have...
Niroshini Leanage, the Managing Director of Mod’Art International Paris, Sri Lanka Branch with Yasmin and Kumar
T&C: French fashion on ‘Rendez-Vous with Yasmin and Kumar’
2021-07-29 19:30:00
‘Rendez-Vous with Yasmin and Kumar’ is all about...
T&C: Essential tips for designing a modern living room
2021-07-29 19:30:00
Introduce these design elements in your living...
T&C: ‘New architectural identity is inevitable’
2021-07-29 19:30:00
Architecture is a field that is constantly...
Harsha Samaranayake, Senior General Manager - Brand and Media, Group Marketing, Dialog Axiata PLC, handing over the sponsorship to Major Gen. Rajeeva Wickramasinghe, Major General J. R. Ampemohotti, Chef-de-Mission of the Sri Lankan contingent for the Tokyo Para Games.
Sports: Dialog powers SL Paralympics Team for Tokyo Games
2021-07-29 19:30:00
Harsha Samaranayake, Senior General Manager -...
Niroshan Dickwella (left) and Kusal Mendis are seen breaching the bio-bubble during the tour of England after a purported video of them in the streets of Durham went viral on social media.
Sports: Danushka, Dickwella and Mendis found guilty
2021-07-29 19:30:00
Sri Lanka cricketers Kusal Mendis and Danushka...
Nimali Liyanarachchi
Sports: ‘I will give my heart out to clear first hurdle’
2021-07-29 19:30:00
TOKYO, July 29 – Sri Lankan middle-distance...
Wanindu Hasaranga successfully appeals. Pic courtesy SLC
Sports: India succumb to spin as Sri Lanka seal T20I series
2021-07-29 19:30:00
Wanindu Hasaranga claimed career-best bowling...
Sports: Japan’s Hashimoto wins all-around gymnastics Gold
2021-07-29 19:30:00
Japan’s Daiki Hashimoto won the Olympic Gold...
Sports: Malcolm Bulner was a top class boxer
2021-07-29 19:30:00
One of the top class boxers to come out of Kandy...
Sports: Senura and Bimandee excel at Asian Championship trials
2021-07-29 19:30:00
Two promising Table Tennis players Senura Silva...
Lasantha Hemal
Sports: Lasantha Hemal the athlete turned cricketer and coach
2021-07-29 19:30:00
Cricketer, athlete and ICC Level one and two...
Maheshika Hewage
Sports: Maheshika the swimming star from Mahamaya
2021-07-29 19:30:00
20 year old Maheshika Hashini Hewage of Mahamaya...
NOC President Suresh Subramaniam (third from left) speaks to Lankan media at Comfort Suites Tokyo Bay Hotel in Chiba. Also in the picture are Secretary General of the NOC Maxwell de Silva (second from left), Chef-de-Mission Gamini Jayasinghe (extreme right) and Press Attaché Wing Commander (Rtd) Chandana Liyanage (extreme left).
Sports: More training and competition will be provided to athletes, says NOC Chief
2021-07-29 19:30:00
NOC President Suresh Subramaniam (third from left...

Friday, July 30, 2021