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Showers expected in several provinces after 1pm today

Sri Lanka, April 15 -- Showers or thundershowers will occur at several places in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Southern, and North-western provinces and in the Anuradhapura district after 1.00 p... Read More


Brother of 'Karandeniya Sudda' arrested in India

Sri Lanka, April 15 -- The brother of notorious underworld figure 'Karandeniya Sudda,' the organized crime suspect known by the alias 'Raju', has been arrested in India, according to Sri Lanka Police.... Read More


IGP Public Relief Day cancelled for New Year holidays

Sri Lanka, April 15 -- Sri Lanka Police have announced that the IGP Relief Day, held for the consideration of appeals submitted by police officers, as well as the 'IGP Public Relief Day', will not be ... Read More


State oil-anointing ceremony for New Year to be held today

Sri Lanka, April 15 -- The official state ceremony for the traditional oil-anointing ritual of the Sinhala and Tamil New Year is scheduled to take place this morning (April 15) at the premises of the ... Read More


Congestion reported near expressway toll gates after New Year holidays

Sri Lanka, April 15 -- Long queues of vehicles were reportedly observed today (15) at the Pinnaduwa entrance of the Southern Expressway in Galle. Significant traffic congestion was reported intermitt... Read More


Fisherman killed, another injured in mid-sea boat collision off Mannar

Sri Lanka, April 15 -- A fisherman has reportedly died after two fishing boats collided and capsized in the sea area off Mannar. The incident had occurred in the early hours of today (15) while both ... Read More


Week-long water wastage reported in Meegoda after burst pipeline

Sri Lanka, April 15 -- Residents of the Udagewatta Road area in Meegoda say that a major water leak caused by a burst pipeline has been persisting for over a week, leading to considerable water wastag... Read More


36 road accidents and 35 assault cases reported to National Hospital over New Year period

Sri Lanka, April 15 -- A total of 36 road traffic accidents have been reported to the Colombo National Hospital during the New Year period on April 13 and 14, hospital sources said. Two individuals di... Read More


SLTB generates Rs. 1 bln revenue during New Year festive period

Sri Lanka, April 15 -- The Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) generated an income of Rs. 1 billion within six days by providing special services during the Sinhala and Tamil New Year season, according t... Read More


Pakistan Navy ships TAIMUR and ASLAT conclude goodwill visit

Sri Lanka, April 15 -- The Pakistan Navy Ship (PNS) TAIMUR and ASLAT departed the island, following a two-day goodwill visit, the Sri Lanka Navy said. The visit was marked by professional engagement,... Read More