Soldiers, STF members injured in separate accidents

Sinopec introduces high sulphur fuel oil to Sri Lanka for bunkering

Sinopec Fuel Oil Lanka (Pvt) Ltd. (SFOL) announced the introduction of High Sulphur Fuel Oil (HSFO) to the Sri Lankan market for bunkering, a move that is set to transform the country?s maritime fuel sector. This strategic initiative underscores Sinopec?s commitment to customer-centric solutions, addressing a significant supply gap in Sri Lanka?s bunkering industry. Currently, Sri Lanka faces a notable challenge in meeting the demand for HSFO due to the absence of shore-based storage facilitie

10 Feb, 2025

Four killed, over 20 injured in Kurunegala bus accident

Four people were killed and over 20 others sustained injuries following a bus accident in Kurunegala. The Police said that a passenger bus suspected to have been speeding crashed into another bus along the Dambulla-Kurunegala road. One bus had reportedly stopped to pick passengers when the other bus crashed from behind. Three men and a woman were reported killed in the accident. Further investigations are underway. (Colombo Gazette)

10 Feb, 2025

PM seeks public support to create a livable environment in Colombo

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya said that security, education, cleanliness, and social justice are essential elements in creating a livable environment in the Colombo District. She also said that the Clean Sri Lanka program is an initiative aimed at removing obstacles to living a civilized life. The Prime Minister made these remarks while participating in the inaugural event of the Clean Sri Lanka program, ?A Beautiful Beach, an Attractive Tourist Destination,? held at Mattakkuliya Beach

09 Feb, 2025