COLOMBO (News 1st) - Today marks the sacred Poson Full Moon Poya Day, commemorating the introduction of Buddhism to Sri Lanka and the enlightenment of the nation through the Buddha’s teachings.Issuing a message, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said he is engaged in a broader effort to instill civ...

COLOMBO (News 1st) - The Maharaja Media Network has organized the 'Sirasa Ruhunu Maya Poson Pooja', a series of religious programs taking place simultaneously at three locations to mark this year's Poson Full Moon Poya Day.The program is being conducted at the Ambalantota Ramba Rajamaha Viharaya, Sa...

COLOMBO (News 1st): The Officer-in-Charge (OIC) of the Traffic Division of the Yatiyanthota Police station has been remanded until July 30th after being produced before the Ruwanwella Magistrate’s Court.Police said the officer was arrested in connection with allegations related to the failure of pro...

COLOMBO (News 1st); An Extraordinary Gazette Notification has extended the term of the Presidential Commission of Inquiry appointed to investigate alleged corruption and irregularities within the Colombo Municipal Council until December 31st.The extension was granted by President Anura Kumara Dissan...

COLOMBO (News 1st): A fast-track programme has been launched to issue National Identity Cards to low-income senior citizens who have been unable to receive the elderly allowance due to lack of identification. The Ministry of Rural Development, Social Security and Community Empowerment says affe...