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124 unauthorised structures in Sigiriya to be removed: Minister

03 Jul 2025

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Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs Minister Hiniduma Sunil Senevi revealed that 124 unauthorised structures have been erected within the limits of 200 to 400 yards from the Sigiriya rock.

Fuel price formula, most reasonable methodology currently available: Nalinda

02 Jul 2025

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The fuel price formula which was introduced by the previous government is the most reasonable methodology available right now to mete out justice to the people, pay back loans of the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) and to manage past financial irregularities, Cabinet Spokesman, Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa said today.

Government to strengthen public transport system to elevate country to new level: President

28 Jun 2025

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The government is placing particular emphasis on strengthening the public transport system as part of its broader agenda to elevate the country to a new level, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said.

C.I.B. Big City fined Rs. 1 mn for selling bottled water exceeding controlled price

26 Jun 2025

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A private business outlet in Maharaga (C.I.B. Big City) was fined Rs. 1 million by the Gangodawila Magistrate’s Court today for selling bottled water exceeding the controlled price.

Initiative launched to appoint coastal caretakers in areas adjoining tourist hotels

04 Jun 2025

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A special initiative to appoint individuals as caretakers of coastal areas adjoining tourist hotels was launched this morning at the premises of the Habaraduwa Divisional Secretariat.

Circular issued advising government employees to wear face masks withdrawn

04 Jun 2025

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The circular issued by Western Province Deputy Chief Secretary B.N. Damminda Kumara advising heads of all government institutions to advise their employees to wear face masks, has been withdrawn.

No need to issue common advice to wear facemask in government institutions: Health Secretary

04 Jun 2025

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In the wake of the circular issued by Western Province Deputy Chief Secretary advising all government employees to wear facemasks, Secretary to the Health Ministry Dr. Anil Jasinghe said no need has arisen at the moment to issue any common advice to wear facemasks in government institutions.

Achieving economic success alone is not sufficient for nation’s development: President

04 Jun 2025

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Claiming that achieving economic success alone is not sufficient for a nation’s development, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said today that economic progress must be accompanied by social development and a transformation in political culture.

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Govt. to introduce Metro Bus Unit with 100 comfortable, low-entry buses

03 Jun 2025

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The government has planned to deploy 100 comfortable, low-floor buses for passenger transport along several major road corridors, including Colombo, Makumbura (Kottawa), Kaduwela, Kadawatha and Moratuwa.

Australia ready to work with Sri Lanka’s new administration: Australian Deputy Prime Minister

03 Jun 2025

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Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence of Australia Richard Marles, reflecting on the 70-year economic and political relationship between the two countries, conveyed Australia’s commitment to working closely with Sri Lanka’s new administration.

Govt. to take next decision on Covid-19 based on number of cases reported: Nalinda

03 Jun 2025

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The Health Ministry will take the next decision over the current spread of Covid-19 in Sri Lanka based on the number of cases being reported, Health Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa said today.

SLBFE spends Rs. 1 bn on two programmes without any plans: COPE reveals

02 Jun 2025

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The Committee on Public Enterprises (COPE) revealed that the Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) has spent more than Rs. 1 billion on two programmes that were not included in the annual action plan for 2024 and were implemented without any plans.

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Lawyer complains to CID over release of 323 containers

29 May 2025

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Nalin Sampath Kumara, a lawyer, has lodged a complaint with the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to record statements from MP Dayasiri Jayasekara and former MP Udaya Gammanpila over the claims they have made over the release of 323 containers by the Sri Lanka Customs.

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Government planning to create doctors for overseas as medical professionals: Minister

28 May 2025

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The government is planning to create doctors required not only for the state hospitals but also to send them to foreign countries as medical professions, Health Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa said today.

Lal Kantha refutes reports on Cabinet reshuffle, PM change

28 May 2025

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The government has not discussed any Cabinet reshuffle or change of the Prime Minister as reported by some media, Agriculture Minister Lal Kantha said today.

Naval, fishing communities advised not to venture into sea until further notice

27 May 2025

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Naval and fishing communities have been advised by the Meteorogy Department not to venture into the sea areas off the coast extending from Chilaw to Kankesanthurai via Puttalam and Mannar and from Galle to Pottuvil via Hambanthota, until further notice.

Chikungunya not declared as epidemic: Minister

27 May 2025

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The Chikungunya outbreak in the country has not been declared as an epidemic situation by the Health Ministry, Health Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa said today.

Starlink satellite delay due to technical issues on previous agreements: Nalinda

27 May 2025

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The introduction of Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite internet services are being delayed due to some technical issues on the agreements reached during the tenure of the previous government, Cabinet Spokesman and Minister Nalinda Jayatissa said today.

Cabinet nod to recruit over 15,000 to state sector

27 May 2025

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The Cabinet has approved the recruitment of 15,073 for state sector vacancies on the recommendation of the committee to review the recruitment process and staff management in the public service.

Marine Drive to be developed ’Marine Nights, Awakening Colombo’ theme

27 May 2025

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The Cabinet has approved the proposal to develop the Marine Drive from the Kollupitiya Railway Station to Dehiwala under the theme ’Marine Nights, Awakening Colombo’, Cabinet Spokesman and Minister Nalinda Jayatissa said today.