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Showers Expected Across Several Parts of Sri Lanka Today
The Department of Meteorology forecasts several spells of showers in parts of Sri Lanka today, along with strong winds reaching up to 50 km/h in several districts.
Two Fishermen Rescued After Fishing Boat Accident Off Trincomalee Coast
The Sri Lanka Navy rescued a father and son after their fishing boat met with an accident off the Trincomalee coast, while the search continues for another fisherman.
40 Killed, 11 Injured After Passenger Bus Plunges Into Ravine in Pakistan
At least 40 people were killed and 11 others injured after a passenger bus plunged into a rocky ravine while travelling from Quetta to Peshawar in Pakistan.
Former Navy Commander Wasantha Karannagoda Arrested by Bribery Commission
Former Navy Commander Wasantha Karannagoda has been arrested by the Bribery Commission over an investigation linked to the recruitment and overseas training of Yoshitha Rajapaksa.
11 Shop Owners Fined for Selling Cigarettes to Schoolchildren in Kilinochchi
The Kilinochchi Magistrate’s Court has fined 11 shop owners Rs. 20,000 each for selling cigarettes to schoolchildren, while warrants were issued for two others.
Sri Lanka’s Dengue Cases Surpass 56,000; Death Toll Rises to 35
Sri Lanka has reported more than 56,000 dengue cases and 35 deaths so far this year, with over 1,000 new infections recorded in the past 24 hours.
Court Orders Suresh Salley to Provide Phone and Laptop Passwords to CID
The Fort Magistrate has directed former SIS Director Suresh Salley to provide the passwords for his phones and laptop to the CID for further investigations.
Former SIS Director Suresh Salley Ends Hunger Strike on Legal Advice
Former State Intelligence Service Director Suresh Salley has ended his hunger strike on legal advice while continuing to receive treatment at the National Hospital.
IMF Commends Sri Lanka’s Economic Response Amid Middle East Conflict
The IMF has praised Sri Lanka’s response to economic risks arising from the Middle East conflict, saying timely measures helped protect macroeconomic stability.
Three Foreign Nationals Caught at Katunayake Airport with Illegal Chinese Cigarettes Worth Rs. 6.4 Million
Sri Lanka Customs arrested three foreign nationals at Katunayake Airport after seizing Chinese cigarettes worth more than Rs. 6.4 million concealed inside biscuit boxes.
Man Sentenced to Life Imprisonment for Possessing Heroin in Anuradhapura
A 35-year-old man has been sentenced to life imprisonment by the Anuradhapura High Court after being found guilty of possessing 3.074 grams of heroin.
Sri Lanka’s Dengue Cases Surpass 54,000 as Daily Infections Continue to Rise
Sri Lanka has recorded more than 54,000 dengue cases so far this year, with health authorities reporting over 1,000 new infections in the past 24 hours.
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