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Sri Lankans spend Rs.520 million per day on cigarettes

Sri Lanka, May 29 -- In lieu of the upcoming World No Tobacco day, a study revealed that Sri Lankans spend Rs. 520 million per day on cigarettes and the health and economic costs of smoking were Rs.21... Read More


Showers, strong winds and rough seas forecast around the island; Fisherfolk urged to remain vigilant

Sri Lanka, May 29 -- The Meteorology Department today issued a marine weather advisory warning of showers, thundershowers, and rough sea conditions around several coastal areas of the island, urging n... Read More


Shooting in Panadura leaves one injured

Sri Lanka, May 29 -- A shooting incident was reported in the Wekada area of Panadura earlier today, according to police. One individual sustained injuries in the incident and was rushed to the hospit... Read More


Mahindananda sentenced to 20 years rigorous imprisonment

Sri Lanka, May 29 -- A three-judge bench of the High Court today sentenced former Sports Minister Mahindananda Aluthgamage to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment. He was sentenced after finding him gui... Read More


Nalin Fernando sentenced to 25 years rigorous imprisonment

Sri Lanka, May 29 -- Former Lanka Sathosa Chairman Nalin Fernando was sentenced to 25 years rigorous imprisonment by a three-judge bench of the High Court today. He was sentenced after finding him gu... Read More


Duminda Dissanayake further remanded

Sri Lanka, May 29 -- Former Minister Duminda Dissanayake has been further remanded until June 5 in connection with a case involving the discovery of a firearm at an apartment complex in Havelock Town.... Read More


Pension Department restores IT system after cyberattack

Sri Lanka, May 29 -- The Department of Pensions has announced that its information systems have been fully restored following a cyberattack in April. Director General of the Department, Chaminda Wath... Read More


UNP heads to roll

Sri Lanka, May 29 -- The United National Party (UNP) is to get a new look with new faces coming into some positions soon, Party Leader Ranil Wickremesinghe announced today. "The campaign for the rece... Read More


Wind power projects essential despite minimal environmental impact: SLSEA Chief

Sri Lanka, May 29 -- While wind power projects are hailed as a cleaner alternative to fossil fuels, their construction does involve certain environmental impacts, Sri Lanka Sustainable Energy Authorit... Read More


Keheliya Rambukwella's daughter appears before Bribery Commission

Sri Lanka, May 29 -- Amali Rambukwella, the daughter of former Minister Keheliya Rambukwella appeared before the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) today to provid... Read More