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175 divisions in 07 districts still at high risk of dengue

Sri Lanka, July 13 -- A total of 175 Medical Officer of Health (MOH) divisions in Gampaha, Colombo, Matara, Kalutara, Kandy, Ratnapura, and Galle Districts are further identified as high-risk dengue d... Read More


Sri Lanka's annual live births drop to lowest level in ten years

Sri Lanka, July 13 -- A decrease of nearly 120,000 live births occurred in Sri Lanka over the past decade leading up to 2025, according to data released by the Ministry of Women and Child Affairs. Ne... Read More


Court rejects Cabraal objections; Greek bonds trial begins July 20

Sri Lanka, July 13 -- The Colombo Permanent High Court at Trial-at-Bar today unanimously rejected the preliminary objections raised in the case filed against former Central Bank Governor Ajith Nivard ... Read More


Another suspect in large-scale network caught under Money Laundering Act

Sri Lanka, July 13 -- Another suspect belonging to a large-scale network who committed offences under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act using money earned from drug trafficking was arrested by th... Read More


Youth in Dubai Varuna's drug network caught by STF with 9 kg of ice and weapons stock

Sri Lanka, July 13 -- A youth was arrested today (13), in the Dompe, Jambugahahandiya area along with 9 kg of ice narcotics worth crores of rupees and a stock of weapons, the Police Special Task Force... Read More


Risk of HIV AIDS rises among men in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka, July 13 -- A higher risk of HIV AIDS spreading among men compared to women emerged in Sri Lanka, the Ministry of Health states. The ministry revealed statistics and details regarding this ... Read More


800 rural bridges to be developed

Sri Lanka, July 13 -- A special project to develop rural infrastructure under the 'Punarudaye Purawara' national programme will commence tomorrow, Deputy Minister of Provincial Councils and Local Gove... Read More


Pakistan rejects claims of Sri Lanka rejecting JF-17s offer

Sri Lanka, July 12 -- Reports claiming that the Sri Lanka Air Force has rejected a proposal from Pakistan to supply JF-17C Block 3 fighter jets have been dismissed as false by the Pakistan High Commis... Read More


Strong wind warning issued for Sri Lankan seas

Sri Lanka, July 12 -- The Department of Meteorology issued a warning regarding strong winds. Accordingly, wind speeds in the sea areas off the coast extending from Matara via Hambantota to Potuvil, an... Read More


Dengue mosquito control campaign in 60 high-risk zones

Sri Lanka, July 12 -- A special mosquito control programme covering 60 dengue high-risk zones in 11 districts will commence tomorrow, the National Dengue Control Unit stated. The initiative operates ... Read More