No-confidence motion against Prime Minister postponed

Legal action against cigarette brand promoted by Wimal

By Indika Sri Aravinda Legal action is to be taken against a cinnamon-based cigarette brand which was recently promoted by Minister Wimal Weerawansa. The National Authority on Tobacco and Alcohol (NATA) is set to initiate legal action against the newly launched cigarette brand. The Legal Head of NATA, Viraj Bandaranayake told Colombo Gazette that launching the cigarette without obtaining approval from the necessary state institution was a violation of the law. He said the Ayurveda Department

19 Mar, 2021

Over 50 people found to be infected in Battaramulla

Over 50 people have been found to be infected with the coronavirus in Battaramulla. The National Operations Centre for the Prevention of COVID-19 said that 56 people tested positive for the virus in Battaramulla. The 56 were among 106 people fond to be infected in the Colombo District during the 24-hour period ending at 6am today. A total of 313 people tested positive for the virus during this period around the island. Of the 313 people, 11 were Sri Lankans who arrived from overseas. The re

19 Mar, 2021

Details being collected of private sector employees who lost their jobs

The Labour Ministry has taken measures to assist private sector employees who had lost their jobs during the coronavirus pandemic. The Ministry has requested private sector employees who have lost their jobs or been dismissed due to the pandemic to inform the Ministry. The affected parties can contact the Ministry via the hotline 0112 368 502 or email: irlabur456@gmail.com for further information. They have been requested to send in their employment details, including details of the company,

18 Mar, 2021