Several schools in Anuradhapura closed during Poson festival The Provincial Department of Education in North Central Province has announced that several schools in the Anuradhapura area will remain closed from today until June 12 in observance of National Poson Week. 08-06-2025 [More]
Transport associations call for stakeholder discussions prior to new regulations Transport associations across Sri Lanka have urged the government to initiate discussions with stakeholders before implementing new regulations concerning private buses three-wheelers and vehicles used for transporting schoolchildren. 08-06-2025 [More]
Dengue cases surge past 6000 in Sri Lanka in May as monsoon season begins A total of 6042 cases of dengue was reported from Sri Lanka in May the latest data by the National Dengue Control Unit (NDCU) shows. 08-06-2025 [More]
Supplementary Medical Professionals Four unions withdraw from strike The strike initiated by the Joint Council for Professions Supplementary to Medicine (JCPSM) concluded at 800 a.m. today (June 7) with four out of its five affiliated unions deciding to call off the industrial action. 08-06-2025 [More]
Hajj serves as an example for all humanity - PM Harini Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya in her message marking the occasion of Hajj and Eid al-Adha extended greetings to Muslim devotees in Sri Lanka and around the world highlighting the importance of unity coexistence and devotion that define this sacred time. 08-06-2025 [More]
National Poson Week begins today The National Poson Week begins today (June 7). 08-06-2025 [More]
Hajj embodies unity by bridging divisions and fostering brotherhood- President The essence of Hajj lies in bridging divisions and fostering universal brotherhood offering a powerful example of unity says President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. 08-06-2025 [More]
Showery conditions to enhance in south-western part of the island The Meteorology Department says showery conditions are expected to enhance in the southwestern part of the island from June 10th with strong gusty winds expected over the island and in the sea areas around the island. 08-06-2025 [More]
Muslims in Sri Lanka celebrating Hajj festival today Muslims in Sri Lanka are celebrating the Hajj festival today. 08-06-2025 [More]
Sri Lanka moves to integrate all sectors associated with tourism industry A discussion aimed at identifying strategies to attract tourists during the offseason was held this afternoon (06) at the Presidential Secretariat chaired by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake with the participation of key stakeholders in the tourism industry. 08-06-2025 [More]
