Train derails in Galgamuwa area, tracks damaged

CPC and LIOC slash fuel prices

The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (Ceypetco) and Lanka Indian Oil (LIOC) reduced fuel prices. Accordingly, CPC said that Octane 92 petrol has been reduced by Rs. 7 per litre, Octane 95 petrol by Rs. 10, Auto Diesel by Rs. 15 and Super Diesel by Rs. 135 per litre. The new prices are Octane 92 petrol – Rs. 333 per litre, Octane 95 petrol – Rs. 365 per litre, Auto diesel – Rs. 310 per litre and Super diesel – Rs. 330 per litre. CPC said that the price of kerosene will remain unchanged. Lanka Ind

30 Apr, 2023

North and East shuts down in protest against ATA

The North and East shutdown today in protest against the proposed Anti-Terrorism Act (ATA). Most shops and stores were closed while several schools were also shut while public transport was also at a standstill. Reports from Jaffna stated that the city was mostly deserted as a result of the shutdown. A number of Tamil political parties had called for the one-day hartal (general shutdown) in protest against the ATA. Local and international human rights groups have raised concerns over several

25 Apr, 2023

Musical shows and political gatherings banned at Galle Face Green

Musical shows and political gatherings have been banned at Galle Face Green, the Government said. Cabinet Spokesman, Minister Bandula Gunawardena said that the decision received Cabinet approval. Galle Face Green will only be used for leisure activities by the general public. The Sri Lanka Port Authority has developed the Galle Face Green for an estimated Rs. 220 million so far. Gunawardena said that an estimated Rs. 6.6 million had been spent to repair the damage caused to the Galle Face Gr

18 Apr, 2023