Hike in bus fares if Israel-Iran conflict results in higher fuel prices
A hike in private bus fares could be on the cards next month if global fuel prices continue to climb…
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Committee probing alleged abuse of power by IGP approves inclusion of two additional witnesses, currently abroad
The Committee of Inquiry investigating allegations of gross abuse of power by IGP Deshabandu Tennakoon convened for the fourth consecutive…
SLPP suspends Deputy Mayor of Galle for violating party directive
The SLPP suspended the party membership of Priyantha Godagama Sahabandu, who was recently appointed Deputy Mayor of the Galle Municipal…
Halloluwa granted bail
The Fort Magistrate’s Court yesterday granted bail to former Acting Director of the National Lotteries Board, Thusitha Halloluwa, who was…
As dengue rages in 16 districts authorities to hold National Mosquito Control Week
The National Dengue Control Unit (NDCU) yesterday announced that the health authorities would launch a nationwide mosquito control week from 30 June…
Chronic shortage of essential medicines affects pharmacies
At least 15 essential medicines, including life-saving drugs such as insulin, has been reported from private pharmacies across the country,…
Lanka’s heritage protection reduced to just one cop
A special police unit established to protect the country’s archaeological heritage has been reduced to a single officer, raising serious…
Minister reveals questionable land deal involving two ex-Presidents, former MPs
Land and Irrigation Deputy Minister Dr. Sunil Ranasinghe told Parliament yesterday that two ex-Presidents and two former MPs had been…
Prisons shake-up rattles dept. top brass
Senior officials of the Department of Prisons have held high-level discussions regarding the transfer of prisons officers across the country,…
Crucial debate postponed due to SJB’s lapse
A parliamentary debate on the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict was postponed yesterday as SJB Kalutara District MP Ajith P. Perera, who…