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70 sailors leave SLAF run Iranamadu quarantine centre
Seventy sailors, who were quarantined at the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) run Iranamadu centre, were released this morning (6 June 2020).
DPL staff entering Sri Lanka required to submit PCR test results
Diplomatic staff and their family members entering Sri Lanka are required to submit PCR test reports obtained 72 hours prior to their departure from their respective countries.
Murder suspect of Monaragala dies at a shoot out
The main suspect of the Monaragala murder incident died during exchange of gunfire with the Police this afternoon (June 5).
Army provides dry rations to needy families
Sri Lanka Army Special Forces (SF) in Matale in collaboration with the SF Seva Vanitha Unit provided dry rations packs, food and vegetables to 23 needy families at the Elkaduwa estate recently.
420 sailors recovered from Coronavirus
The number of Sri Lanka Navy personnel recovered from the coronavirus and discharged from hospitals has increased to 420 by Friday.
11,709 persons completed quarantine
After two more persons completed quarantine process today (June 5), the total number of persons who have left Tri-Services managed quarantine centres has risen to 11,709.
Police and NCPA commence probe into alleged attack on autistic child
Police have commenced investigations into the recent assault on an autistic boy in Aluthgama.
839 Coronavirus positives discharged from hospitals
A total of 839 coronavirus patients have recovered and been discharged from hospitals.
President assures opportunity for everyone to return to SL
President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, assuring avenues for everyone who wishes to return to the Sri Lanka, has instructed relevant authorities to direct returnees for 14-day quarantine process after completion of PCR tests at the airport.
CID commences probe into forging President’s signature
A suspect who allegedly involved in forging President’s signature in a falsely designed official letterhead was remanded until June 8, after he was produced before the Fort Magistrate Court today (4),
Navy recovered a locally assembled firearm in Mannar
Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) has recovered a locally assembled firearm from a shrubby area in Achchanakulam, Mannar yesterday (June 3).
Another suspect of Soysapura shooting produced before Courts
Another suspect involved in shooting incident at restaurant at Soysapura, in Mount Lavinia, has been produced before the Mount Lavinia Magistrate Court, today (June 4).
‘ITUKAMA COVID-19 Healthcare and Social Security Fund’ surpasses Rs.1,243 million
The ‘ITUKAMA' COVID-19 Healthcare and Social Security Fund’s balance has surpassed Rs. 1,243 million with direct donations received from corporate and individual donors, the President’s Media Division (PMD) said.
424 sailors recovered and discharged from hospitals
A group of 424 recovered Sri Lanka Navy personnel were discharged from hospitals on Wednesday (June 3), according to the National Operation Centre for Prevention of COVID-19 Outbreak (NOCPCO).
Navy nabs 13 fishermen engaged in illegal fishing
Sri Lanka Navy nabbed 13 fishermen engaged in illegal fishing in the seas off Walaithottam and Kumburuppidi areas in Trincomalee during last couple of days (June 1 and 2).
Defence Secretary to Chair two PTFs on building a secure country and managing SL's heritage
President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has appointed Defence Secretary Maj. Gen. (Retd) Kamal Gunaratne as the Chairman of a 13-member Presidential Task Force (PTF) to build a Secure Country, Disciplined, Virtuous and Lawful Society.
Two other suspects of Soysapura restaurant shooting arrested
Mount Lavinia Police have arrested two suspects connected to the shooting incident in a Soysapura restaurant when they were absconding in Angulana and Rathmalana areas, yesterday (June 2)
Another suspect of Maligawatta shooting arrested
Maligawatta Police has arrested another suspect who assisted the shooting incident at Laksetha Sevana Housing Complex in Maligawatta on May 30.
11,669 persons complete quarantine
A total of 11,669 persons have undergone quarantine at Tri-Forces managed quarantine facilities to date (June 3), according to the National Operation Center for Prevention of COVID-19 Outbreak (NOCPCO).