Sri Lanka Navy Marks 74th Anniversary with Honours and Celebrations
The Sri Lanka Navy, the nation’s maritime defense force, commemorates its 74th anniversary today (December 9). Under the leadership of
Syrian Rebels Claim Control of Damascus; President Assad Reportedly Flees
Syria’s armed opposition has announced the capture of the capital, Damascus, with reports suggesting that President Bashar al-Assad has fled
Police Begin Security Assessment for MPs and Ministers Amid Safety Concerns
The police have initiated an evaluation of the security requirements for Members of Parliament (MPs) and ministers following growing concerns
Population and Housing Census to Conclude on December 23
The Department of Census and Statistics has announced that the ongoing Population and Housing Census will conclude on December 23.
President Sets Fixed Prices for Rice, Urges Traders to Ensure Affordability
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has mandated fixed wholesale and retail prices for rice to ensure affordability for consumers. Nadu rice
Low-Pressure Area Over Bay of Bengal to Intensify, Showers Expected in Northern and Eastern Provinces
The Department of Meteorology has reported that the low-pressure area over the southeast Bay of Bengal is likely to intensify
PHIs Launch Nationwide Food Safety Inspections Ahead of Festive Season
The Public Health Inspectors’ Union (PHIU) has launched a program to inspect food and beverages sold in areas with high
Ministry to Address 40% Decline in Local Salt Production
The Ministry of Trade, Commerce, Food Security, and Cooperative Development has announced plans to investigate a significant decline in salt
CAA Launches Special Rice Mill Inspections in Polonnaruwa
The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) has announced that it will conduct special inspections at rice mills in the Polonnaruwa area