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Farmers stage protest demanding fair paddy prices and storage

Sri Lanka, June 23 -- A protest organised by the National Farmers' Federation took place this morning in front of the Thirappane Agrarian Services Centre, focusing on the demands "Do not lower paddy p... Read More


Woman injured in shooting over alleged relationship dispute

Sri Lanka, June 23 -- A woman sustained injuries and was admitted to the Kurunegala Teaching Hospital following a shooting carried out by an individual in the Wellawa area of Kurunegala. Police noted... Read More


Mahawatte Chamara remanded until July 4

Sri Lanka, June 23 -- Chamara Sampath Rodrigo alias "Mahawatte Chamara," who is allegedly involved in a number of organised crimes and was held under detention orders after being arrested while hiding... Read More


Government drops plan to lower VAT and SSCL threshold

Sri Lanka, June 23 -- The proposal to reduce the annual turnover threshold for Value Added Tax and Social Security Contribution Levy from Rs. 60 million to Rs. 36 million, which was proposed in this b... Read More


Police inspector remanded for accepting bribe

Sri Lanka, June 23 -- The police inspector arrested by the Bribery Commission for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs. 1 million inside a hotel in Kalutara North was remanded until the 3rd of July by Co... Read More


Two-year-old dies after falling into unprotected well

Sri Lanka, June 23 -- A two-year-old girl died yesterday (22) evening after falling into an unprotected well in the Pirimandaru area, which belongs to the Dharmapuram police division. The deceased is... Read More


Big TASAF milestone as 400,000 households achieve self-reliance

DODOMA, June 23 -- AT least 400,000 households have graduated from dependence on social protection support under the Tanzania Social Action Fund (TASAF), reflecting growing economic resilience among b... Read More


DSE gains despite foreign exits

DAR ES SALAAM, June 23 -- THE Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange (DSE) recorded a strong increase in trading activity during the week ended 19 June 2026, with equity market turnover rising sharply by 243.1 ... Read More


Kongwa and legacy of African liberation solidarity

DODOMA, June 23 -- KONGWA District in Dodoma Region stands as a cornerstone of African liberation history, having served in the 1960s as a sanctuary and military training ground for southern African l... Read More


Debunking media freedom myths

DAR ES SALAAM, June 23 -- MEDIA freedom remains one of the most important pillars of democratic society. A free press informs citizens, holds leaders accountable and provides a platform for diverse v... Read More