The overall rate of inflation, as measured by the Colombo Consumer Price Index (CCPI) on Year-on-Year basis, has decreased to -0.8% in October 2024, compared to -0.5% in September 2024, according to the latest data released by the Department of Census and Statistics.
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The International Cricket Council (ICC) today announced the appointment of Sumathi Dharmawardena P.C. as the new Independent Chair of the ICC Anti-Corruption Unit (ACU).
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In light of the rapid proliferation of African Swine Fever (ASF) among pigs, Sri Lank has temporarily banned slaughtering pigs, selling or distributing pork and pork products.
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The Chavakachcheri police have initiated a special investigation to identify the individual who anonymously reported a potential attack on the Chavakachcheri Magistrate’s Court in Jaffna.
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The Court of Appeal issued an interim order suspending the decision by authorities to revoke the liquor license granted to Jayantha Malcom Thirimanna for operating a foreign liquor shop in the Mannar area.
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The Terrorism Investigation Division (TID) has informed the Colombo Magistrate’s Court that two suspects,
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Two suspects arrested in connection with security threats to foreign tourists in the Arugam Bay area are being detained for 90 days for further questioning, investigators informed court. Submitting a report before Colombo Additional Magistrate Pasan Amarasena, the Terrorist Investigation Division (TID) informed court that the suspects are being detained under a 90-day Detention Order issued by the President in …
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