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Applications open for 11th phase of interest-free student loan scheme

Sri Lanka, Aug. 18 -- Applications for the 11th phase of the Interest-Free Student Loan Scheme for students seeking higher education have opened, with the application period running from August 17 to ... Read More


1,090 kg of illegal veterinary medicines worth nearly Rs. 3 million destroyed

Sri Lanka, Aug. 18 -- A stock of 1,090 kilograms of illegal veterinary medicines worth nearly Rs. 3 million was destroyed following a joint raid conducted by the Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) and t... Read More


Substandard vehicle spare parts worth nearly Rs. 5 mn seized in Kadawatha raid

Sri Lanka, Aug. 18 -- The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) has seized a stock of vehicle spare parts and lubricants worth nearly Rs. 5 million during a raid on a shop along the Kadawatha-Ganemulla Roa... Read More


New Cooperatives Act to strengthen movement and protect public funds

Sri Lanka, Aug. 17 -- A new Cooperatives Act aimed at strengthening the cooperative movement, closing legal loopholes and protecting the funds deposited by the public is expected to be introduced soon... Read More


25,000 patients await surgery as heart list extends to 2029

Sri Lanka, Aug. 14 -- More than 25,000 patients across Sri Lanka are currently awaiting heart surgeries, major surgical procedures and essential medical tests, with the waiting list for some heart ope... Read More


Protect our elephants on World Elephant Day

Sri Lanka, Aug. 12 -- Sri Lanka marks World Elephant Day today with renewed calls to protect elephants, safeguard their welfare and promote peaceful coexistence between elephants and people. Elephant... Read More


Tangalle stray dog population nearly fully covered through sterilization drive

Sri Lanka, Aug. 12 -- A free sterilization and vaccination programme has covered almost the entire stray and community dog population in the Tangalle Municipal Council area within three months, the As... Read More


Three Hettipola motorcycle dealers fined for overcharging

Srilanka, Aug. 9 -- Three motorcycle dealers in Hettipola have been fined by the Hettipola Magistrate's Court for selling motorcycles above the official dealer prices and failing to display prices, fo... Read More