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Conversion of 4-stroke petrol three-wheelers to electric, launched

11 May 2023

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The pilot programme of converting 200 four-stroke petrol three-wheelers to electric (e-Tuk Tuk) was launched at the Werahera branch of the Department of Motor Traffic (DMT).

Assault on social activist condemned

11 May 2023

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A demo held today in front of the Fort Railway Station against the assault of the Social activist Piyath Nikeshala yesterday by the former Kaduwela deputy mayor. Pix by Nimsalsiri Edirisinghe

Sri Lanka becomes failed state in prevention of Thalassemia: Paediatrician

11 May 2023

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Sri Lanka has become a failed state in terms of prevention of Thalassemia, and it is revealed that three percent of Thalassemia patients are carriers of the disease, a consultant pediatrician at the Paediatrics Department of the Kelaniya University, Professor Sachith Mettananda, said.

24-hour railway token strike called off

11 May 2023

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The 24-hour token strike initiated by the Sri Lanka Railway Station Masters’ Union (SLRSMU) was called off last night, the union said.

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I have the power to control spread of dengue within a week: Mervyn Silva

11 May 2023

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If the government gives me a chance, I will control the spread of dengue within a week without allowing it to become adverse, former Minister Mervyn Silva said.

BMICH marks Golden Jubilee...

10 May 2023

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An event was held at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) today to celebrate the golden jubilee commemoration and the 50th anniversary of the BMICH (1973–2023). Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

Action needed to strengthen education system in Sri Lanka: Minister

10 May 2023

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Actions are needed to strengthen the education system in Sri Lanka and the conceptual changes that need to be made, in order to reach global educational goals, Education Minister Susil Premajayantha said.

Strike leaves more than 40 trains cancelled; no tickets issued

10 May 2023

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More than 40 trains have been cancelled this evening due to the 24-hour token strike launched by the Sri Lanka Railway Station Masters’ Union (SLRSMU), the Railway Department said.

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I am used to bathing in the Beira Lake: Mahinda Kahandagama

10 May 2023

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Former Colombo Municipal Councillor Mahinda Kahandagama, who was among those who was beaten by protestors on May 9 last year said he was performing an act when he was being beaten up in the pursuit of survival and gaining sympathy.

Converting 4-stroke petrol three-wheelers to e-Tuk Tuks to be launched tomorrow

10 May 2023

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The Transport Ministry is to launch a programme tomorrow to convert four-stroke petrol three-wheelers to electric (e-Tuk Tuk), the Department of Motor Traffic (DMT) said.

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Demanding court case be filed in Sri Lanka

10 May 2023

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The Socialist Youth Union (SYU) and several environmental organizations today staged a protest at the Diyatha Uyana Park demanding the government file the court case in Sri Lanka instead of Singapore, seeking compensation from the shipping company for the environmental damage caused to Sri Lanka by the X-Press Pearl ship tragedy. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

School girl’s death in Kalutara

Suspect first saw 16-year-old victim on Tik Tok

10 May 2023

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The 29-year-old main suspect who had brought the 16-year old school girl to a hotel in Kalutara and whose naked body was later found near the railway line, has been detained for further questioning following his arrest in Hikkaduwa early last morning.

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Attack on Al Obaidani factory owner - Operations to continue on alternative site: BOI

10 May 2023

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Referring to the incident where the owner of Al Obaidani apparel factory at Katana was allegedly assaulted by an unidentified group, the Board of Investment (BOI) said necessary arrangements are being made to provide an alternative site for the company to continue its operations uninterruptedly.

Work together to eliminate egg shortage in country: Ministry

10 May 2023

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All stakeholders in the poultry industry should work together to eliminate the shortage of eggs, Agriculture Minister Mahinda Amaraweera said in a meeting held yesterday at the Ministry Office.

FM Document Authentication restricted due to system failure

10 May 2023

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The authentication of documents by the Consular Affairs Division of the Foreign Ministry in Colombo and the regional offices in Jaffna, Trincomalee, Matara, and Kandy will be limited until further notice, the Foreign Affairs Ministry said.

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During train strike...

10 May 2023

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Several long-distance train services were delayed and most of the ticket counters were not functional due to the 24-hour token strike by the Sri Lanka Railway Station Masters’ Union (SLRSMU). Security officials on duty at the Colombo Fort and Maradan railway stations to prevent any untoward incidents. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel

Trains delayed due to strike, no tickets issued

10 May 2023

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Several train services operating according to the usual timetable may be delayed or cancelled due to the 24-hour token strike launched by the Sri Lanka Railway Station Masters’ Union (SLRSMU).

Cyclonic storm can turn severe in next few days: Met Dept.

10 May 2023

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The depression over the south-east Bay of Bengal is likely to move north-westward and intensify into a cyclonic storm over the south-east Bay of Bengal and then into a severe storm over the south-east and adjoining central Bay of Bengal in the next few days, the Meteorology Department said.

World’s largest artificial REEF

10 May 2023

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New laws to be introduced for development of technology innovations and research in Sri Lanka

10 May 2023

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Technology State Minister Kanaka Herath revealed plans to introduce a new act shortly while speaking to the media after joining an observation tour of Vega Innovation Company, located in Maradana Trace Complex.