852 COVID cases reported from Colombo
The National Operation Centre for the Prevention of COVID-19 had identified 2,961 positive cases by this morning.
The majority positive cases were detected from the Colombo district (852 cases)
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Over 2,000 COVID patients recovered today
2,161 more individuals recovered from COVID-19 bringing the total recoveries in the country to 295,518, the Epidemiology Unit confirmed.
Schools reopening further postponed
Education Minister Prof. G.L Pieris said that it is impossible to reopen the schools in September as it was pre-planned according to the prevailing situation.
Addressing the media at SLPP headquarters today, Minister said that…
Four including Rishad's wife's bail application rejected
An application for bail filed by four suspects including the wife of MP Rishad Bathiudeen have been rejected by the Colombo Magistrate’s Court
The Magistrate ordered to further remand the suspects till August 23.
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Pensions Department temporarily suspends visitations
The Department of Pensions has decided to temporarily suspend the interviews and clients visiting its premises from tomorrow (August 10) until further notice due to the prevailing Covid-19 situation in the country.
The services…
0ver 2,900 COVID-19 positive cases reported in Sri Lanka
A total of 2,953 COVID-19 positive cases were reported in Sri Lanka, stated the Epidemiology Unit.
The total count of positive coronavirus cases found in Sri Lanka currently sits at 332,947.
About 12-15 midwives contract COVID-19 daily – GMA President
About 12- 15 midwives contract COVID-19 daily due to the prevailing situation, Government Midwives’ Association (GMA) President Devika Kodituwakku said.
She said more than 500 midwives were infected with COVID-19 in the past few…
Discuss measures taken to embrace organic fertilizer challenge
Organic Agri experts from Switzerland having discussions with the Minister of Plantation Dr. Ramesh Pathirana and officials. Secretary to the State Ministry of Promoting the Production and Regulating the Supply of Organic Fertilizer …
Aiding and abetting LTTEers: Ex – Airman jailed for life
A former Airman who was found guilty of aiding and abetting LTTE terrorists and engaging in conspiracies to murder VIPs by keeping a firearm in his possession has been imprisoned for life.
The case was heard at the Hambantota…
Navy launches COVID vaccination drive
Sri Lanka Navy is conducting an inoculation drive to administer Sinopharm vaccine at the Lighthouse premises on Chaithya Road Colombo commencing from today (Aug 8).
In addition, arrangements have also been made to conduct the…