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Fuel train derails, disrupting main line operations

Sri Lanka, Nov. 2 -- Train services on Sri Lanka's Main Line were disrupted this morning (02) following the derailment of a fuel transport train, Sri Lanka Railways announced. According to the Railwa... Read More


Special help planned for schools in difficult areas under new education reform: PM

Colombo, Nov. 2 -- Prime Minister and Education Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya said special support will be provided to schools in challenging areas through the new education reform. She added that n... Read More


Gnanasara Thera supports hijab but opposes niqab and burqa

Sri Lanka, Nov. 1 -- Galagoda Aththe Gnanasara Thera, General Secretary of the Bodu Bala Sena (BBS), stated that Muslim women should be allowed to access health services while wearing the hijab, but o... Read More


Decision-making should reflect people's needs: Minister Abayaratne

Colombo, Oct. 26 -- In order to make the best decisions at crucial moments when working for the people, we need a vision for the future. When we take action, we must carefully weigh the pros and cons,... Read More


Scientists causing environmental harm through inventions: Environment Secretary

Colombo, Oct. 24 -- Environment Ministry Secretary K.R. Uduwawala said that, in general, scientists are contributing to environmental damage through their new inventions. Speaking at the Presidential... Read More


Teachers, principals warn of strike over extended school hours

Colombo, Oct. 24 -- The Teachers and Principals Trade Union Alliance has strongly opposed the government's decision to extend school hours by 30 minutes under the proposed education reforms set to tak... Read More


Spike in panic attacks reported among young women and schoolgirls

Colombo, Oct. 21 -- Health professionals have raised concerns over a rising number of panic attack cases reported among young women and schoolgirls across the country, Government Medical Officers' Ass... Read More


Police report mandatory for election nominees, Says Namal

Srilanka, Oct. 19 -- Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) National Organizer and Parliamentarian Namal Rajapaksa has announced that a police report will be mandatory for anyone seeking party nominations... Read More


Train derails near Ihala Kotte, disrupting upcountry line

Srilanka, Oct. 19 -- An intercity express train traveling from Kandy to Colombo Fort at 3:00 pm derailed near Ihala Kotte Railway Station today, the Railways Department said. According to the departm... Read More


Train derails on Kelani Valley Line; services restricted to Kosgama

Srilanka, Oct. 19 -- A train travelling from Colombo Fort to Avissawella derailed between the Kosgama and Avissawella Railway Stations at around 6.45 p.m. today, the Railways Department confirmed. Th... Read More