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The Ministry of Defence has focused on assigning the country’s expressway security operations to Rakna Arakshaka Lanka Limited (RALL).The Defence Ministry noted that a special discussion was held to explore the possibility of taking steps to improve the overall safety of the expressway network.The discussion centered on evaluating the existing security framework and assessing how Rakna Arakshaka Lanka Limited’s operational expertise could enhance the overall safety and efficiency of the country’s expressway network, according to the statement of the Ministry of Defence.Deputy Minister of Defence Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd) and Defence Secretary Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd) jointly…

US President Donald Trump lavished praise on his “friend” China’s leader Xi Jinping as the two sat down for high-stakes talks in South Korea, reported CNN.“It’s a great honor to be with a friend of mine, really, for a long time now,” Trump said as he sat across a table from Xi.Chinese President Xi Jinping commended U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent peacemaking efforts, even as he acknowledged the enduring complexities in China-U.S. relations.“Given our different national conditions, we do not always see eye to eye with each other,” Xi said, “and it is normal for the two leading economies of…

Sri Lanka has been identified as one of the countries in the Asian region with the fastest-growing elderly population, according to health authorities.Consultant Community Physician Dr. Nishani Ubeysekara stated that in 2012, the elderly population of Sri Lanka accounted for 12% of the total population and by 2024, this figure has increased to 18%.Speaking at a media briefing organized by the Health Promotion Bureau, Dr. Ubeysekara further explained:“According to the 2012 census, 12% of Sri Lanka’s population were aged 60 years and above. In the 2024 census, this has risen to 18%.We have projected that by 2040, 25% of the…

The island-wide anti-drug operation, under the theme “Nation United – National Drive” is scheduled to commence this morning.The inauguration ceremony will be held at 10:00 a.m. at the Sugathadasa Stadium in Colombo, under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.The government has emphasised that the campaign will be carried out with broad public participation, extending beyond the involvement of state institutions.To ensure effective implementation, a multi-tiered organizational structure will be established — including District Steering Committees, Regional Steering Committees, and Public Safety Committees at the grassroots level.The “A Nation United” National Steering Council, comprising 23 member organizations representing diverse sectors…

Hurricane Melissa has continued its devastating sweep across the Caribbean, decimating homes and infrastructure, flooding neighbourhoods and leaving dozens dead.The impact in Jamaica was clearer on Wednesday, after the island nation was targeted squarely by the category five monster – one of the most powerful hurricanes ever measured in the region. At least five people have been confirmed dead there.At least another 20 died during flooding in Haiti as Melissa, now a category one storm, tears through the region.In Jamaica, people remain stranded on roofs and without power. Prime Minister Andrew Holness noted the “total devastation” across the island-nation.He added…

The Colombo High Court has postponed the hearing of the case filed against Yoshitha Rajapaksa, son of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, and his grandmother Daisy Forest, under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, until December 10.The case was called today before Colombo High Court Judge Rashmi Singappuli, where the accused, who are out on bail, appeared in court.Deputy Solicitor General Janaka Bandara, appearing for the prosecution, informed court that all documents related to the case had been handed over to the defense and therefore a date could be fixed for the trial.President’s Counsel Sampath Mendis, appearing for the defense, told…

The Welfare Benefits Board has requested all ‘Aswesuma’ Phase 2 beneficiaries to promptly open bank accounts to receive the assistance.The list of beneficiaries has been displayed on the notice boards of all Divisional Secretariats, according to a statement issued by the Welfare Benefits Board.The Board noted that selected beneficiaries for ‘Aswesuma’ Phase 2, who have not yet opened a bank account, can obtain a letter from their respective Divisional Secretariats to open a bank account.The relevant letter should be submitted to a convenient branch of the People’s Bank, National Savings Bank (NSB), Bank of Ceylon (BOC), or Regional Development Bank…

Inspector General of Police (IGP) Attorney-at-Law Priyantha Weerasuriya has lodged a complaint with the National Police Commission and the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) against a Senior Deputy Inspector General of Police (SDIG).Accordingly, IGP Weerasuriya has requested the National Police Commission to transfer the Senior DIG in question, who holds a high-ranking position at the Police Headquarters, and to initiate a disciplinary inquiry against him.Police Headquarters sources revealed that the Police Chief took these measures following revelations that the Senior DIG in question had provided false information about the IGP and other senior officers to certain social media accounts, and had…

Three army personnel have been injured and hospitalized following a hand grenade explosion during a training exercise at the Sri Lanka Army Training School in Maduru Oya. The incident had occurred this morning (29), and the soldiers, who sustained minor injuries to their legs, are currently receiving treatment at Polonnaruwa Hospital.However, their condition is not critical, according to hospital sources.The incident reportedly occurred during a joint training exercise being carried out these days between the Sri Lanka Army and the Russian Army.

The Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka has officially certified the Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (MRIA) as a wildlife-safe airport, following the successful implementation of measures to mitigate threats posed by animals in the surrounding area.This certification comes after a series of proactive steps were taken to prevent wildlife-related hazards, which had previously raised safety concerns for aircraft operations at the airport.Speaking on the development, Deputy Minister of Ports and Civil Aviation, Ruwan Kodithuwakku, stated that discussions have now commenced to increase the number of airline operations at MRIA, leveraging its newly secured safety status.Currently, four airlines operate flights to…