4,000 observers for prez poll monitoring – PAFFREL
People’s Action for Free and Fair Elections (PAFFREL) says a total number of 4,000 officers will be deployed to observe the Presidential Election 2019.
The...
Colombo air quality unhealthy today
Sensitive people had been advised to be mindful of the unhealthy air quality engulfed in the Colombo area today, National Building Research Organisation (NBRO)...
3729 election related complaints since Oct 8th – NEC
The National Elections Commission stated that they have received 3729 complaints regarding the Presidential election since the 8th of October.
A majority of the complaints, 3596...
Time granted till noon to remove election propaganda – NEC
The National Elections Commission says all Presidential Election-related posters, cutouts, banners, and other propaganda material must be taken down by 12 noon today.
Commissioner General...
Liquor shops to be closed on Nov. 16, 17
Liquor shops across the country will be closed on November 16 and 17 in view of the presidential election, Excise Department said.
Schools to remain closed tomorrow
Schools islandwide will remain closed tomorrow. The decision was made by the Ministry of Education based on a request made by the National Elections...
Final discussion between EC & party representatives today
A special discussion with regard to the upcoming Presidential Election is scheduled to be held between the Election Commission and the representatives of political...
Violating ‘silent period’ punishable by imprisonment – Police
The law will be strictly enforced against people who violate election laws in the ongoing ‘silent period’, says Police Media Spokesperson.
Police Media Spokesperson SSP...
284 prison inmates to receive Presidential pardon
A total number of 284 inmates, who had received jail sentences for committing minor offences, are to be released on Presidential pardon, according to...
Port City will create 83,000 jobs- Chinese envoy
A Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) is seen as a vital aspect in propelling Sri Lanka’s economic growth to the next level. Even on political...
