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Vietjet Air commences direct flights between Sri Lanka and Vietnam

Sri Lanka, Aug. 19 -- Vietnamese low-cost carrier Vietjet Air commenced direct flight operations between Sri Lanka and Vietnam, as the inaugural flight arrived at Bandaranaike International Airport la... Read More


Anti-corruption amendment bill presented to parliament

Sri Lanka, Aug. 19 -- Prime Minister Dr Harini Amarasuriya presented the Anti-Corruption Amendment Bill to Parliament today (19). The proposed legislation seeks to amend the Anti-Corruption Act No. 9... Read More


Seatbelts mandatory for all expressway passengers from September

Sri Lanka, Aug. 19 -- Seatbelts become mandatory for every passenger traveling in vehicles on expressways starting September 19, and police intend to enforce the requirement strictly. Traffic Managem... Read More


Government medical officers demand urgent workforce revision

Sri Lanka, Aug. 19 -- The Government Medical Officers Association (GMOA) urged an immediate revision of the approved cadre of doctors and other health workers, warning that delays threaten the future ... Read More


Bowatenna Reservoir to undergo water emptying for essential maintenance

Sri Lanka, Aug. 19 -- Water in the Bowatenna Reservoir, the main water source feeding the Kala Wewa basin, will be emptied starting August 24 due to essential maintenance work. Engineer-in-charge Bud... Read More


Julian Weber overtakes Rumesh Tharanga to secure world No. 1 spot in javelin throw

Sri Lanka, Aug. 19 -- Germany's Julian Weber secured the world No. 1 spot in the latest World Athletics javelin throw rankings, overtaking Sri Lanka's Rumesh Tharanga. Weber reached the top ranking b... Read More


Heat index expected to reach caution level in several districts tomorrow

Sri Lanka, Aug. 19 -- The heat felt on the human body could reach "caution" levels during daytime tomorrow (20) in certain locations across the Eastern and North-Central provinces, as well as the Jaff... Read More


Janaraja carries sacred casket in Kandy procession after 25 years

Sri Lanka, Aug. 19 -- The elephant "Janaraja" received the privilege of carrying the Sacred Tooth Relic casket during the second Kumbal procession of the historical Kandy Esala procession today (19). ... Read More


Taxi passengers urged to take safety precautions

Sri Lanka, Aug. 19 -- Passengers using taxi services were urged to take precautions to protect themselves from theft, robbery, and intimidation, including verifying vehicle and driver details and shar... Read More


Wife of former Cabinet Minister dies following tragic incident

Sri Lanka, Aug. 19 -- The wife of former Cabinet Minister and Monaragala District Member of Parliament Jagath Pushpakumara died following a sudden mishap. The deceased was identified as Deshani Gunar... Read More