Ranil says he needs to rehabilitate SJB MPs

President says polls will decide country?s success or failure

President Ranil Wickremesinghe says Sri Lanka is politically bankrupt and the upcoming presidential election will decide the country?s success or failure. The President noted that if the people are satisfied with the government?s program, they can support it or they will face the consequences of living in a country with a collapsed economy, struggling to supply essential items like medicines and fertilizer, and experience long queues for fuel and gas. President Wickremesinghe made these remark

12 Jun, 2024

Minor tremor reported off Vavuniya

A minor tremor was reported off Vavuniya, Tuesday night, the Geological Survey and Mines Bureau (GSMB) said. The tremor measured 2.3 on the Richter scale and there were no reports of any damage. The tremor was recorded at the seismic stations at Pallekele, Mahakanadarawa and Hakmana. However, the GSMB said there was no threat of a major earthquake to Sri Lanka. (Colombo Gazette)

19 Jun, 2024

Three killed after van crashes into bus in Wagama

Three people were killed when a van crashed into a bus in Wagama along the Bibila – Mahiyanganaya road. The Police said the bus had stopped for repairs when the van crashed into it. Three people travelling in the van were killed in the accident while 5 others sustained injuries. Further investigations are underway. (Colombo Gazette)

12 Jun, 2024