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Poison suspected in Tangalle triple death mystery

Sri Lanka, Sept. 23 -- The judicial medical officers (JMOs) investigating the three mysterious deaths in the Seenimodara area of Tangalle believe the victims' bodies may contain poison. As a result, ... Read More


Two injured as car hits train in Waskawaduwa

Sri Lanka, Sept. 23 -- Two individuals were injured after their car was hit by a train at the Kongas Junction railway crossing in Waskaduwa, Kalutara. The two were trapped inside the car following th... Read More


Schoolgirl passes away in road collision

Sri Lanka, Sept. 23 -- A schoolgirl passed away today (23) after a gas transport truck collided with a motorcycle on the Pasyala-Giriulla road. The girl, a 17-year-old from Navagamuwa, Nittambuwa, wa... Read More


Sri Lanka is a unique location for international business programs, says PM

Sri Lanka, Sept. 23 -- Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya said that Sri Lanka is a unique location for international business programs and that the "SL MICE EXPO 2025" is a great opportunity to bri... Read More


Tangalle Municipal Councillor Remanded for Assaulting Monk

Sri Lanka, Sept. 23 -- A municipal council member from Tangalle was arrested on Saturday (21) for allegedly assaulting the Chief Incumbent of the Jayasumanaramaya Temple in Annapitiya, Tangalle, and a... Read More


EU signs Euro 8 Mn agreement to support sustainable economic recovery

Sri Lanka, Sept. 23 -- The Government signed a grant agreement with the European Union (EU) to launch a new initiative aimed at fostering sustainable economic recovery through improved biodiversity co... Read More


Regulate private healthcare services - Consultant Dr. Chamal Sanjeewa

Sri Lanka, Sept. 23 -- The Medical and Civil Rights Professional Association of Doctors (MCPA) has urged the government to implement a proper regulatory system to state and private hospitals. MCPA pr... Read More


CEB unions continue 'work-to-rule' action, claim no discussions with government

Sri Lanka, Sept. 23 -- The 'work-to-rule' trade union action by Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) employees has been ongoing for 19 days, yet no responsible government official or minister has offered to... Read More


Awareness program for fishermen on avoiding drug traffickers

Sri Lanka, Sept. 23 -- Fisheries, Aquatic Resources and Marine Resources Minister Ramalingam Chandrasekar have instructed officials of the Anti-Narcotics Division to launch an awareness program, immed... Read More


Wharf clerk remanded for taking bribe of Rs. 1.045M

Sri Lanka, Sept. 23 -- A customs wharf clerk, who allegedly accepted a bribe of nearly Rs. 1.045 million from a businessman to clear a container imported from a foreign country, has been remanded unti... Read More