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Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, also the Minister of Education, Higher Education, and Vocational Education, emphasized the importance of establishing a unified education system for all children in the country under a common examination framework. She stated that education is a priority for the government and plays an important role in driving the nation’s progress.Speaking at a meeting with provincial education heads at Temple Trees on January 2, the Prime Minister outlined the government’s vision for a transformative era. She remarked:”Education is a very sensitive topic. When implementing such a transformation, we must act with agreement and understanding to avoid…

The Epidemiology Unit of the Ministry of Health in Sri Lanka has announced that it is closely monitoring the situation regarding a virus that is reportedly spreading in China.In a statement issued today (03), the unit confirmed that it had received information about the virus and emphasized that further details will be shared with the public after a thorough study and analysis of the situation.China is reportedly dealing with an outbreak of the human metapneumovirus (HMPV), five years after the Covid-19 pandemic. Reports and social media posts suggest that the virus is spreading rapidly, with some claiming that hospitals and crematories…

Acting Inspector General of Police (IGP), Priyantha Weerasooriya, has directed all police stations to initiate special traffic operations across every police division, effective from yesterday (2) and continuing until further notice, to enhance traffic control and ensure road safety while protecting lives on the roads.This initiative is part of the broader ‘Clean Sri Lanka’ project, implemented under the new government’s policy, ‘A Thriving Nation – A Beautiful Life.’The directive emphasizes particular attention to vehicles with various horns, additional flashing lights of different colors, illegal modifications, loud horns, loud silencers, and additional parts that could contribute to accidents and road hazards.As…

The Colombo High Court today (3) extended the suspension order issued on the bank accounts and life insurance policies of former Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella and his family members, for an additional three months.The extension was granted following a request from the Bribery Commission.Previously, the court had issued an order suspending the fixed deposits and life insurance policies valued at over Rs. 97 million, belonging to Rambukwella, his wife, daughters, and relatives, as part of an ongoing investigation by the Commission.The restraining order, which was set to expire today, has now been extended until April 2 by the court.

Hospital records indicate that nearly 6,700 individuals were treated for dog bites at the Badulla Teaching Hospital within last year. Hospital authorities point out that foreign tourists are also among those frequently affected by such attacks, while a significant number of the victims being young children.Dr. Palitha Rajapaksa of the Emergency Treatment Unit at the Badulla Teaching Hospital, commenting on this matter, stated, “The situation has worsened due to bites from dogs and cats that have not been vaccinated for rabies and are kept as pets at homes. On average, around 25,000 to 30,000 individuals reportedly seek human rabies vaccines from…

Yoshitha Rajapaksa, the second son of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, has left the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), a short while ago, after recording a statement for around two hours.Yoshitha Rajapaksa arrived at the CID at around 10.00 a.m. this morning (03) to provide a statement regarding the alleged ownership of a government-owned land in Kataragama.

China is dealing with an outbreak of the human metapneumovirus (HMPV), five years after the Covid-19 pandemic. Reports and social media posts suggest that the virus is spreading rapidly, with some claiming that hospitals and crematories are overwhelmed. Videos shared online show crowded hospitals, with some users saying that multiple viruses, including influenza A, HMPV, Mycoplasma pneumoniae, and Covid-19, are circulating.There are even claims that China has declared a state of emergency, though this has not been confirmed. HMPV is known to cause flu-like symptoms and can also present symptoms similar to Covid-19. Health officials are closely monitoring the situation as…

Former Member of Parliament Thalatha Athukorala has been appointed as the General Secretary of the United National Party (UNP).The appointment has been made by former President and UNP leader Ranil Wickremesinghe, according to UNP Chairman Wajira Abeywardane.

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has arrested former SLPP member of the Millaniya Pradeshiya Sabha, Raveendra Nammuni.He has been arrested for allegedly sharing defamatory statements on social media about National People’s Power (NPP) Member of Parliament Nilanthi Kottahachchi.The arrest was made this morning (3) at his residence in Batagoda.

Another inmate of Matara Prison who sustained critical injuries after a branch of a ‘Bo tree’ fell on to two prison wards, has succumbed to his injuries.The inmate has succumbed to his injuries while receiving treatment at the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of the Matara General Hospital.Accordingly, the total number of deaths from the tragic incident has risen to two.An unfortunate incident occurred at the Matara Prison on January 1, when a branch of a ‘Bo tree’ fell, causing significant damage to two prison wards, G and F. The accident resulted in one inmate’s death and left 11 others injured,…