Doctors launch token strike at Karapitiya Teaching Hospital
Doctors at the Karapitiya Teaching Hospital in Galle have commenced a 24-hour token strike, according to the Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA).
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Heavy showers expected in parts of the island
The Meteorology Department says the atmospheric conditions are favorable for afternoon thundershowers in most parts of the island.
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Measles raising its head again, special vaccination drive to be launched
Though the World Health Organization (WHO) declared Sri Lanka as a country free of measles, the country has been hit by cases once again since 2023, prompting the health authorities to declare a special vaccination week from November 4 to 9, according to a press release from the Health Promotion Bureau of the Health Ministry.
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Colombo Port City SEZ Attracts Over 100 Global Companies
The Colombo Port City Special Economic Zone (SEZ) is drawing significant interest from more than 100 companies, as revealed by its promoter.
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Heroin worth over Rs. 2 Billion seized in Sevanagala; husband and wife arrested
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November 1, 2024
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The total quantity of heroin taken into custody by the Police Special Task Force (STF) in Kiriwewa, Sevanagala yesterday (31) is approximately 53.65 kilograms, valued at over Rs. 2 billion.
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ICC appoints new Independent Chair of the Anti-Corruption Unit
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November 1, 2024
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The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Wednesday (30) announced the appointment of Sumathi Dharmawardena P.C. as the new Independent Chair of the ICC Anti-Corruption Unit (ACU).
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India reiterates to avoid use of force in Sri Lanka seas after deaths
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November 1, 2024
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India has strongly reiterated not to use force on their fishermen in Sri Lanka’s Northern seas, the Indian High Commission in Colombo said after a joint meeting between top officials of the countries in Colombo.
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Large-Scale Fraud in Vehicle Registration exposed at MTD Narahenpita Office”
Numerous fraudulent activities in motor vehicle registrations have been uncovered, including the theft of registration books.
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Bird flu detected in a pig for the first time in the U.S., raising concerns
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October 31, 2024
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Washington Post – Bird flu has been found in at least one pig at a backyard farm in Oregon, the first detection of the H5N1 virus in swine in the United States, the U.S. Agriculture Department said Wednesday.
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Light Diwali of wisdom this year: President
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake in his Diwali message emphasised the importance of a cultural, political, and attitudinal transformation if Sri Lankans are to realize hope of a prosperous country and a fulfilling life for all.
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