COVID-19 risk remains in WP, Colombo: Dr. Samaraweera
The risk of COVID-19 still remains in the Western Province, especially within the Colombo municipality and suburbs, Chief Epidemiologist Dr. Sudath Samaraweera said. Read More »
Dr. Jayaruwan removed as Health Ministry Spokesperson
Dr. Jayaruwan Bandara has been asked to discontinue his service as the Health Ministry Spokesperson. Read More »
Over 50,000 families in isolated areas: Colombo Mayor
Over 50,000 families in Colombo live in the areas that have been declared as isolated areas, Colombo Mayor Rosy Senanayake said. Read More »
Number of COVID-19 infected inmates increases to 285
The number of COVID-19 infected inmates at prisons has increased to 285 so far, the Prisons Department said.Read More »
Special operation to arrest bogus beggars due to COVID-19 concerns: Police
A special operation has been launched to arrest bogus beggars who are obstructing vehicular movement at traffic lights, especially due to COVID-19 concerns, Police Spokesman Ajith Rohana said. Read More »
Posting false reports of COVID-19 deaths on social media; suspect arrested
A 35-year-old suspect was arrested for publishing false posts on social media saying a person has died on the roads from COVID-19, police said. Read More »
Helpline introduced for those addicted to drugs & their close contacts
The National Dangerous Drugs Control Board (NDDCB) today introduced a helpline ‘1927’ for those who are addicted to drugs and their close contacts, so that they can have access to treatment and counse Read More »
