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Advisory issued for strong winds

Srilanka, July 7 -- An 'Amber' advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for strong winds for the Central, Sabaragamuwa, Northern, North-Central, North-Western provinces and Hambantota... Read More


Over 62,000 dengue cases reported so far this year

Srilanka, July 7 -- More than 62,000 dengue cases have been reported across Sri Lanka so far this year, according to the National Dengue Control Unit (NDCU). Acting Director of the NDCU, Dr. Kapil... Read More


'Katuwellegama Suresh' transferred to Boossa Prison following Negombo Prison clash

Srilanka, July 7 -- The inmate identified as 'Katuwellegama Suresh' who is alleged to have orchestrated the unrest at Negombo Prison, has been transferred to Boossa Prison. Suresh, who is reported... Read More


Moratuwa Uni. all faculties to close for two weeks over dengue risk

Srilanka, July 7 -- All faculties of the University of Moratuwa will be closed for a period of two weeks due to the risk of dengue fever spreading, the Vice Chancellor announced. The university ad... Read More


Justice Minister visits officers injured in Negombo Prison clash

Srilanka, July 7 -- General Hospital to inquire into the condition of prison officers who were injured during the recent clash at the Negombo Prison. During the visit, the Minister held discussion... Read More


Indictments served against Shasheendra Rajapaksa and two others

Srilanka, July 7 -- Indictments were served before the Colombo High Court against three defendants, including former State Minister Shasheendra Rajapaksa, over alleged corruption-related offences. ... Read More


Negombo Prison clash death toll rises to 27 as another inmate succumbs

Srilanka, July 7 -- Another prison inmate injured in the recent clash at Negombo Prison has succumbed to his injuries while receiving treatment at the Negombo Hospital, Police said. Accordingly, t... Read More


Four arrested with 4,250 tonnes of sugar unfit for consumption

Srilanka, July 7 -- Four individuals have been arrested in the Petiyagoda area of Peliyagoda after authorities seized a stock of 4,250 tonnes of sugar deemed unfit for human consumption. Police sa... Read More


Opposition MPs seek urgent parliamentary debate on Negombo Prison clashes

Srilanka, July 7 -- A group of Opposition Members of Parliament has submitted a letter to the Speaker requesting an urgent adjournment debate to draw Parliament's attention to the clashes that erupted... Read More


HRCSL to conduct comprehensive probe into Negombo Prison incident

Srilanka, July 7 -- The Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka (HRCSL) has decided to launch a special investigation into the incident that recently occurred at Negombo Prison. Human Rights Commissi... Read More