Rail bus services on northern line disrupted

15 May 2023

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The rail bus service was disrupted this evening due to a derailment after a tree had fallen on the tracks between Polgawela and Potuhera railway stations, the Sri Lanka Railways Station Masters’ Union (SLRSMU) said.

CEB’s electricity tariff proposal for July 1 handed over to PUCSL: Ministry

15 May 2023

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The electricity tariff proposal prepared by the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) regarding the electricity tariff revision to be done on July 01 was handed over to the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) this evening.

Norochcholai Unit 3 shuts down for 100 days, no power cuts: Minister

15 May 2023

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Unit 3 of the Norochcholai Coal Power Plant (NCPP) will be shut down from June 3 for a period of 100 days, Power and Energy Minister Kanchan Wijesekers said.

Considerable increase in dengue in Kandy, Kegalle, Galle, Kurunegala districts

15 May 2023

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With the increase in the inclement weather conditions during the past few days, there has been a considerable increase in the number of dengue-positive cases in the Kandy, Kegalle, Galle and Kurunegala districts, Director of the National Dengue Control Unit Dr. Nalin Ariyaratne said.

Pastor Jerome lands in hot soup over insulting Buddha

15 May 2023

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In the wake of Pastor Jerome Fernando making derogatory remarks on Buddhism and the Buddha, Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs Minister Vidura Wickramanayake said no room would be left for anyone to insult any religion and stern action would be taken against such individuals.

Dengue cases in 2023 three times higher than last two years

15 May 2023

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The dengue cases reported so far in 2023 are three times higher than the cases recorded in the corresponding period of the last two years, stated Deputy Director of Medical Services Dr. G. Wijesuriya.

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Security to remain heightened in several areas in Colombo

15 May 2023

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The tight security contingent deployed around the University of Colombo and in several other areas leading into the city will remain over the coming days and will be lifted gradually only after the possible threat caused by an attempted IUSF gathering in Colombo eases, senior defence officials told Daily Mirror last evening.

Gampola murder case: Girl not raped

15 May 2023

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The postmortem on the body of 22-year-old girl Fathima Munawwara who had been killed on the way to her workplace a week ago has revealed that she had not been raped by the assailant.

Police probe death of maid arrested over theft at S.Nethicumara’s house

14 May 2023

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A 42-year-old woman, a domestic worker at popular tele drama producer and business personality Sudharma Nethicumara’s house who was taken into custody over alleged theft, has died while undergoing treatment at the Colombo National Hospital.

Govt. mulling to reduce liquor prices complete fabrication: Excise

14 May 2023

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Rejecting recent media reports, the Department of Excise today said the government mulling to reduce the prices of liquor owing to a sharp decline in consumption is a complete fabrication.

Mom, the sun that shines in my sky...

14 May 2023

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As the world celebrates Mother’s Day today, the Daily Mirror captured mothers sharing their immense and unconditional love with their children. Pix by Kushan Pathiraja

Bonsai plants exhibition

14 May 2023

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The ’’Reflection if Living Images’’, a bonsai plant exhibition organized by the Sri Lanka Bonsai Association will be held at the International Women’s International Club, Colombo 07. Pics by Kithsiri De Mel

International Firefighters’ Day in Colombo

14 May 2023

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An attractive parade including various activities organized by the Colombo Municipal Fire Service Department to celebrate International Firefighters’ Day with pride was held at the Independace Square in Colombo. Pix by Kithsiri De Mel

Proceed with all teacher transfers immediately: Ministry writes to principals

13 May 2023

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The Education Ministry requested all school administrations to proceed with the current teacher transfer programme with immediate effect.

Do not visit Immigration Dept. for passports without prior appointment

13 May 2023

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The Immigration and Emigration Department’s Controller General Harsha Ilukpitiya yesterday requested applicants for passports not to visit the department without a prior appointment for a date and time to obtain their passports.

Inter-provincial long-distance buses to be permitted to stop only at designated bus stops from May 15: NTC

12 May 2023

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The inter-provincial long-distance buses will be permitted to stop only at bus halts with a yellow-colored signboard from May 15, the National Transport Commission (NTC) said.

’Yummy Fruits’

12 May 2023

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Vendors are seen selling Duriyan, Mangosteen and Rambutan in Colombo announcing the return of fruits season. People are also seen making a stop near the stalls to purchase the fruits. Pix By Kithsiri de Mel

Int'l Nurses’ day celebrated...

12 May 2023

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Sri Lankan Nurses joined their global counterparts to celebrate the International Nurses’ day in Colombo today. Chief of Staff to the President and National Security Advisor Sagala Ratnayaka, Justice Minister Wijedasa Rajapakshe, Labour and Foreign Employment Minister Manusha Nanayakkara and Director General of Trade Unions to the President Saman Ratnapriya are seen sharing lighter moments during the event. Pix by Pradeep Pathirana

Skills Expo 2023

12 May 2023

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The ’Sri Lanka Skills Expo 2023’ exhibition, which fulfills the dreams of job seekers, held on the May 12, 13 and 14 at the Sirimavo Bandaranaike Memorial Exhibition Centre in the BMICH premises in Colombo. The inauguration ceremony was held under the patronage of President Ranil Wickremesinghe and Education Minister Susil Premajayantha. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Whale making waves...

12 May 2023

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Stunning images captured the moment a whale in Monterey Bay, California, put on a display for boats full of whale watchers, greeting them with a spectacular tail wave. One of the whales did a massive head lunge not far away from the boat. The same whale continued to breach, tail lob, tail throw and pec slap for the next 90 minutes.’ (Daily Mail)