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Tug-of-war delays cancer treatment equipment for five years

Sri Lanka, Aug. 25 -- The procurement of advanced cancer radiation treatment machines for Sri Lanka's public health system has been delayed for nearly five years, putting the lives of thousands of can... Read More


Over 16,600 people affected by adverse weather

Sri Lanka, Aug. 25 -- A total of 16,647 people from 4,241 families have been affected by adverse weather conditions reported across several districts of Sri Lanka from 6.00 p.m. on August 3 to 6.00 a.... Read More


Indian nationals nabbed at BIA with cigarettes worth Rs. 834,000

Sri Lanka, Aug. 25 -- Two Indian nationals were arrested by officers of the Airport Police Narcotics Bureau (PNB) in the early hours of today (25) for allegedly attempting to illegally bring a consign... Read More


Defence case concludes in Easter Sunday attacks trial; verdict set for September 22

Sri Lanka, Aug. 25 -- The defence case in the Easter Sunday terror attacks trial, in which 23,270 charges have been filed against 24 accused, including Mohamed Ibrahim Mohamed Naufar alias Naufar Moul... Read More


Sri Lanka to launch oil, gas licensing round today

Sri Lanka, Aug. 25 -- Sri Lanka will launch today a new licensing round for offshore oil and gas exploration this year, with the Petroleum Development Authority of Sri Lanka (PDASL) preparing to invit... Read More


Water supply to be restored within next few hours

Sri Lanka, Aug. 25 -- The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) said the temporarily suspended water supply will be restored within the next few hours following the resolution of an emergen... Read More


Underworld figure 'Bus Lalith' brought from Dubai

Sri Lanka, Aug. 25 -- Underworld figure Lalith Kannangara, also known as 'Bus Lalith', who was arrested in Dubai, was brought to Sri Lanka this morning (25), Sri Lanka Police said. Police said Kannan... Read More


Cut thermal power to stabilise electricity tariffs: PUCSL

Srilanka, Aug. 24 -- Electricity tariff fluctuations could be minimised if Sri Lanka reduces its reliance on thermal power generation and increases the use of renewable energy sources, Public Utilitie... Read More


2027 school exam dates announced

Srilanka, Aug. 24 -- The Examinations Department has announced the dates for the major school examinations scheduled to be held in 2027. Accordingly, the Grade 5 Scholarship Examination will be held ... Read More


CCTV helps swiftly arrest bag thief at Pettah bus stand

Srilanka, Aug. 24 -- A suspect who allegedly stole a passenger's bag at the Pettah bus stand was swiftly arrested with the assistance of CCTV surveillance, Sri Lanka Air Force personnel said. The the... Read More