Soldier dies during parachute training in Ampara

Fire breaks out in Kurunegala

A fire broke out in the Yanthampalawa area in Kurunegala this evening. The Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) said a Bell 212 helicopter has been deployed to douse the fire. The helicopter is carrying out bambi bucket operations to extinguish the flames. The cause for the fire is yet to be ascertained. (Colombo Gazette)

29 Feb, 2020

Two Lankan students from South Korea admitted to hospital

A group of Sri Lankan students from coronavirus – hit South Korea arrived in Sri Lanka this morning. The group reportedly consisted of 137 Sri Lankan students. Two students among the group have been admitted to the Negombo District General Hospital. The students had shown symptoms of fever and flu. (Colombo Gazette)

01 Mar, 2020

President does not want his photographs displayed

President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has issued instructions not to display his photographs and portraits in public. The President’s Office said that it has been observed that the President?s portraits and photographs are displayed on the sides of the road and locations of ceremonies without proper supervision. While expressing his gratitude to the people who create his portraits the President has said that it is appropriate to avoid such actions. He further says that he does not appreciate the promot

01 Mar, 2020