Court issues notice to Arjuna Mahendran over bond scam

May Day rallies suspended

A decision has been taken to suspend all rallies and events held in view of Labour Day, which is commemorated on 1st May, Army Commander General Shavendra Silva announced today. He said the decision was taken after assessing the prevalent coronavirus situation in the country. General Silva said a common consensus was reached to cancel all events for Labour Day during a meeting between the National Operations Centre for the Prevention of COVID-19 and political party representatives that was hel

20 Apr, 2021

Opposition warns against angering India for China’s benefit

The opposition today warned the Government against angering India for China’s benefit. Opposition Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) Parliamentarian Lakshman Kiriella told Parliament the Port City project will not be a success without India’s support. “India is the regional power. This will not become a success by angering India,” he said Kiriella said that past leaders worked well with all countries, including India and China. However, he said the current administration has paved the way for Chin

20 Apr, 2021

Health authorities propose second dose after 16 weeks

By Vyshnavy Velrajh Health authorities have proposed that the inoculation of the second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine is best administered after 16 weeks since obtaining the first dose. Army Commander General Shavendra Silva told Colombo Gazette that the matter was discussed during a meeting between health experts held yesterday. He said it was initially advised for the second dose to be vaccinated between 14-16 weeks after receiving the first dose. General Silva further said however, based o

20 Apr, 2021