Curfew re-enforceduntil further notice in high-risk areas

The curfew which was lifted at 6.00 am today (24) in the Colombo, Gampaha, Kalutara, Puttalam, Mannar, Vavuniya, Mulaithivu, Killinochchi and Jaffna was re-imposed at 2.00 pm.

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First batch of returnees who underwent quarantine process under security forces head home

The first batch of those who returned to the country from overseas and underwent the quarantine procedure under the supervision of the security forces and health authorities had left the quarantine centre and headed home today (24).

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Special task force to oversee the mechanism of home delivery of essential commodities to consumers

The Presidential Secretariat issues a circular starting that a special task force has been established headed by Basil Rajapaksa to efficiently conduct the mechanism of distributing essential commodities to the homes of consumers.

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Navy commences renovation of Medical Intensive Care Unit at Colombo General Hospital

The renovation work of the Medical Intensive Care Unit at Colombo General Hospital to treat patients diagnosed with COVID -19, was commenced by Navy, today (23rd March 2020).

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Navy conducts sterilization programme at religious places and residences in Jaffna

As a measure to prevent the spread of new coronavirus in the country, the Navy conducted a sterilization programme in religious places and residences in Chunnakam, Jaffna Peninsula on 23rdMarch 2020.

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Situation at Anuradhapura Prison brought under control

The incident that took place at the Anuradhapura Prison yesterday has been brought under control. The prison inmates had acted violently and tried to escape.

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