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Several high-ranking cops including Senior DIGs transferred

Sri Lanka, Nov. 15 -- Several transfers and appointments involving high-ranking police officers have been made as per a decision of the National Police Commission (NPC). Accordingly, Senior Deputy In... Read More


Proposal to replace polythene bags with eco-friendly paper bags

Sri Lanka, Nov. 15 -- The Sectoral Oversight Committee on Environment, Agriculture and Resource Sustainability has proposed that the Ministry consider producing an environmentally friendly paper bag a... Read More


Completion deadline extended for 2025 decentralized budget projects

Sri Lanka, Nov. 15 -- The Ministry of Finance has issued a circular to all District Secretaries regarding the project proposals approved under this year's Decentralized Capital Budget Program. Accord... Read More


Over 1,000 more arrested in nationwide anti-drug raids

Sri Lanka, Nov. 15 -- A total of 1,056 suspects were arrested during 1,065 island-wide raids conducted within yesterday (14) under the "Nation United - National Drive" campaign aimed at eradicating na... Read More


Woman linked to 'Kudu Salindu' arrested with 'Ice' worth over Rs. 1 mln

Sri Lanka, Nov. 15 -- A woman suspected to be connected to the drug network of notorious underworld figure and drug kingpin 'Kudu Salindu' of Panadura has been arrested with crystal methamphetamine ('... Read More


Interim report on public service salary scheme presented to Ministerial Consultative Committee

Sri Lanka, Nov. 15 -- An interim report containing proposals and ideas for establishing the necessary framework and formal institution to develop a structured salary scheme and enhance professionalism... Read More


COPE reviews Colombo Port's East Terminal delays & contractor's Rs. 4,227M compensation claim

Sri Lanka, Nov. 15 -- Extended discussions were held at the Committee on Public Enterprises (COPE) regarding the delay in construction activities of the East Container Terminal of the Colombo Port and... Read More


Gazette issued amending maximum retail prices of canned fish

Sri Lanka, Nov. 15 -- A Gazette notification has been issued amending the maximum retail prices (MRPs) imposed for canned fish, effective from today (15). The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA), throug... Read More


Disciplinary action against Senior DIG Lalith Pathinayake?

Sri Lanka, Nov. 15 -- Senior Deputy Inspector General of Police (SDIG) Lalith Pathinayake, who had been serving as the Acting Senior DIG in charge of the Police Administration Division, has reportedly... Read More


Indian HC meets ITAK leaders, discusses widening Sri Lanka-India relations

Sri Lanka, Nov. 15 -- The Indian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, Santosh Jha has met with Ilankai Tamil Arasu Katchi (ITAK) General Secretary M.A. Sumanthiran and Parliamentarian Shanakiyan Rasamanick... Read More