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Probe on Sabaragamuwa University ragging incident handed over to CID

Colombo, May 3 -- The investigations into the ragging incident at the Sabaragamuwa University have been handed over to the Criminal Investigations Department (CID). Some students of the Faculty of T... Read More


Anti-corruption drive launched at DMT

Colombo, May 3 -- A bold anti-corruption initiative has been officially launched at the Department of Motor Traffic (DMT), marking a significant step toward transparency and accountability in one of t... Read More


Suspect arrested over shooting of Dan Priyasad

Sri Lanka, May 3 -- A 52-year-old suspect has been arrested in connection with the shooting of Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) Local Council candidate Dan Priyasad, police said. The arrest was mad... Read More


Three-member committee to probe into Sabaragamuwa Uni student's death

Colombo, May 3 -- A three-member committee has been appointed to investigate the sudden death of a second-year student at the Sabaragamuwa University, who reportedly committed suicide following an all... Read More


Will have to increase power tariff or face delay in 5th IMF tranche: Sagala

Colombo, May 3 -- The government is facing a dilemma as it must either increase the power tariff or face a delay in receiving the fifth tranche under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) agreement signed ... Read More


Australians head to polls amid economic concerns

Sri Lanka, May 3 -- Polls have opened on Australia's general election day, with millions of voters expected to cast their ballots to decide the composition of the 48th federal parliament. More than 7... Read More


Electricity tariffs will be increased in June: President

Colombo, May 3 -- The electricity tariffs will be increased in the next tariff revision in June, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said. While participating in a television programme he said that ho... Read More


Vehicle revenue license counters in Western Province to be closed on May 5, 6

Colombo, May 3 -- The issuing of vehicle revenue licenses in the Western Province will be suspended on May 5 and 6 due to the Local Government elections, the Provincial Chief Secretary said. A statem... Read More


Chikungunya treatment may endanger Dengue patients

Sri Lanka, May 3 -- Sri Lankan health officials have warned the public about the dangers of treating chikungunya without proper diagnosis, as it can be life-threatening for dengue patients. With bot... Read More


Dan Priyasad murder case suspect detained

Sri Lanka, May 3 -- A suspect was today ordered to be detained for a period of 48 hours following his arrest over the murder of social activist Dan Priyasad. The suspect, taken into custody by the We... Read More