At least 44 children among those killed in disaster

Navy deployed to extinguish fire on ship near Colombo

The Navy was deployed to extinguish a fire on a ship near Colombo, the Navy media unit said. According to the Navy, the ship caught fire yesterday and a distress call was issued. The Navy dispatched two Fast Attack Craft (FAC) P 436 and P 412 to the location and assisted Sri Lanka Port Authority tugs, Rawana and Maha Wewa in the operation to extinguish the flames. The Air Force was also deployed to assist in the operation. (Colombo Gazette)

05 Apr, 2017

Germany and Sri Lanka discuss strengthening Parliament ties

Germany and Sri Lanka had talks today on strengthening Parliament ties between both countries. The talks took place between?Professor Norbert Lammert, President of the German Bundestag and Speaker Karu Jayasuriya. Both sides also discussed expanding economic and cultural relations. Deputy Speaker Thilanga Sumathipala and Deputy Minister Eran Wickremeratne also took part in the discussions. Professor Norbert Lammert has served as President of the German Bundestag since October 2005. On 22 Oct

04 Apr, 2017

No change to key posts in the UNP following meeting

There was no change to any of the key posts in the United National Party (UNP) following the Working Committee meeting held today. The?UNP?Working Committee meeting took place at the party headquarters in Sirikotha today. There were reports that a new Deputy and Assistant leader will be appointed. However the UNP said that no such decision was taken at the meeting today. Instead the party discussed the May Day rally of the UNP and the Local Government elections. (Colombo Gazette)

05 Apr, 2017