Fit for a King!

24 Oct 2023

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A charming six-bedroom manor believed to have been a refuge for King Charles II during his escape from the Civil War has hit the market for £3.25million.

Heavy showers today as well

24 Oct 2023

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Heavy showers of about 75mm are likely at some places in the Central, Sabaragamuwa and Uva Provinces and in most provinces of the island after 1 p.m., the forecasting division of the National Meteorological Centre said.

Stolen ancient artefacts from Ukraine recovered in Spain

24 Oct 2023

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The Spanish authorities have seized Scythian jewellery worth €60m (£52m) they say was stolen from Ukraine.

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If I had taken the sandal before touching the neck: Diana Gamage

24 Oct 2023

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State Minister Diana Gamage yesterday expressed her intention to handle the situation if she had been given the opportunity to remove her sandal during the altercation with MP Sujith Sanjay Perera in the Parliament complex a few days ago.

Parliamentary committee recommends informing U.S. Ambassador

Refrain from commenting on SL’s internal affairs

24 Oct 2023

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The Parliament’s Sectoral Oversight Committee on National Security has recommended informing US Ambassador Julie Chung, urging her to refrain from making statements regarding the internal affairs of Sri Lanka in the future.

17 dead, many injured as two trains collide in Bhairab

24 Oct 2023

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At least 17 people are dead and many others have been injured after several carriages of the Egaro Sindhur Express overturned in a crash involving a freight train in Kishoreganj’s Bhairab.

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Conservative peer highlights Chinese investment in SL amidst cuts to overseas aid budget

24 Oct 2023

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Citing Sri Lanka as a prime example, the UK’s Conservative peer Lord Hugo Swire drew attention to the adverse effects of cutting the UK’s overseas aid budget, which has inadvertently created opportunities for other countries, notably China, to step in and provide financial support.

Govt aims to generate 4,000 MW of electricity through solar panels: Kanchana

24 Oct 2023

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Power and Energy Minister Kanchana Wijesekera yesterday said that his ministry intends to designate 14,000 acres of land and water areas for the purpose of generating 4,000 MW of electricity through the installation of solar panels within the next six years.

Electric vehicle import licenses issued to Lankans who sent remittances through legal channels

23 Oct 2023

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A total of 318 electric vehicle import licenses have been issued to Sri Lankans who have sent remittances to Sri Lanka through legal channels, and USD 38 million has been received for importing vehicles, the Labour and Foreign Employment Ministry said.

Refund of AlT deducted on interest for senior citizens over 60 years

23 Oct 2023

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The lnland Revenue Department (lRD) today announced a significant financial relief initiative for senior citizens aged 60 and above, lnland Revenue (Acting) Commissioner General Upul Jayawardhana said.

MR reduced electricity tariff for the first time in history: Sagara Kariyawasam

23 Oct 2023

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Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa worked with a generation plan, created massive projects like Upper Kothmale, Norochcholai and Uma Oya and worked to provide electricity to the country at low cost, Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) General Secretary and MP Sagara Kariyawasam said.

Power generation remains below expected levels, despite heavy rainfall: Minister

23 Oct 2023

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The rainfall in the area where the primary reservoirs responsible for power generation remain below the expected levels, Power and Energy Minister Kanchana Wijesekera said.

Probe launched over illicit import of electric vehicles under migrant worker scheme

23 Oct 2023

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Customs authorities have seized seven vehicles suspected of being illicitly imported using electronic vehicle import licenses meant for migrant workers, the State Minister of Finance said

Provide sufficient salaries for living...

23 Oct 2023

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The Joint Committee of Government Executive Officers’ today staged a protest march from Independence Square to the Public Administration Ministry, demanding the government grant promotions to all parallel executive services and provide sufficient salaries for living. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Triple threat of diarrhea, respiratory and eye diseases

23 Oct 2023

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The Public Health Inspectors’ Union urged the public to exercise caution as there is a surge of three diseases due to the ongoing inclement weather conditions in the island.

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Legal action by environmental organizations halted: Amaraweera

23 Oct 2023

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The initial programme to send 100,000 toque monkeys to zoos in China was disrupted due to lawsuits filed by environmental organizations, Agriculture Minister Mahinda Amaraweera said.

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Distribution of air rifles to farmers to prevent crop damage by wild animals

23 Oct 2023

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The Agriculture Ministry has begun distributing air rifles to farmers at concessional prices from yesterday (22), Agriculture Minister Mahinda Amaraweera said.

How will the Online Safety Bill affect you

23 Oct 2023

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Demand for Rs. 20,000 minimum allowance...

23 Oct 2023

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Due to increased electricity bills, fuel prices and the difficulties of bearing the burden of living, the Alliance of Railway Trade Unions today held a protest in front of the railway headquarters, demanding a minimum allowance of Rs. 20,000. Pix by Kithsiri De Mel

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Indonesian female nabbed with Cocaine worth Rs.230mn

23 Oct 2023

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An Indonesian female was arrested with 4.598 kilograms of cocaine worth more than Rs. 230 million while attempting to smuggle it into the country, Customs media spokesman and director Sivali Arukgoda said.