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Nadun Chinthaka Wickramaratne, also known as “Harak Kata”, a prominent underworld figure allegedly linked to large-scale drug trafficking, is to remain in custody under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA) until the conclusion of legal proceedings, as per a detention order issued by the Secretary to the Ministry of Defence, the Attorney General informed the Colombo High Court today (08).This submission was presented by Senior State Counsel Sajith Bandara, appearing on behalf of the Attorney General, during today’s hearing before High Court Judge Sujeewa Nissanka, Ada Derana reporter said.During a previous hearing, the State Counsel informed court that after the…

The 60th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) will be extremely decisive for Sri Lanka, former Commissioner of the Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka (HRCSL) Attorney-at-Law Prathibha Mahanamahewa stated.The 60th session of the UNHRC is scheduled to commence today (08) and the interactive dialogue on the report of the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights is scheduled to take place this afternoon.Prathibha Mahanamahewa said that during this session, a resolution against Sri Lanka is likely to be proposed, and that it is a continuation of a series of similar resolutions that have been brought…

Dr. Palitha Rajapaksha from Badulla Teaching Hospital has been summoned before the Public Service Commission for a disciplinary inquiry.This is in connection with a statement he made regarding the recent shortage of medicines.When Ada Derana inquired from Dr. Palitha Rajapaksha, he stated that he is currently at the Public Service Commission following a summons issued through the Ministry of Health.Dr. Palitha Rajapaksha was commended for discharging his duties with utmost dedication during a horrific bus accident on the Ella–Wellawaya main road, last week. Dr. Palitha Rajapaksha acted with great dedication to save the lives of the victims, disregarding his own…

Five people have been killed and seven seriously wounded in a shooting attack by Palestinian gunmen in Jerusalem, paramedics and police say.Israel’s Magen David Adom ambulance service identified the dead as three men in their 30s, one woman in her 50s, and one man in his 50s. Nine people with gunshot wounds were taken to local hospitals along with three others injured by broken glass.Israeli police said two “terrorists” opened fire towards a bus stop at Ramot Junction, on the city’s northern outskirts. A security officer and a civilian returned fire, and “neutralised” the attackers, it added.There was no immediate…

U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday suggested a Gaza deal could come soon to secure the release of all the hostages held by Hamas, after earlier issuing what he called his “last warning” to the Palestinian militant group.Trump, speaking to reporters after landing in the Washington area on Sunday evening following a brief trip to New York, said he had been discussing the issue on the plane.“We’re working on a solution that may be very good,” he said. He declined to give further details. “You’ll be hearing about it pretty soon. We’re trying to get it ended, get the hostages…

The strict enforcement of laws against drivers operating vehicles with dangerous and unauthorized modifications will begin today (September 8), according to Deputy Minister of Transport Dr. Prasanna Gunasena.In a statement posted on his official Facebook account, the Deputy Minister emphasized that special attention would be directed towards vehicles equipped with excessively loud sound systems and multi-colored, flashing lights, which are installed in violation of transport regulations.This announcement follows a tragic accident that occurred on Thursday night (04) near the 24th milepost on the Ella–Wellawaya road, where a luxury jeep rear-ended a bus, causing it to break through a metal safety…

The 60th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) commences today (8) in Geneva and will continue until October 8.Sri Lanka’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Vijitha Herath, is expected to deliver a special statement on behalf of the Government of Sri Lanka during the session. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that the Minister will also engage in discussions with several high-level diplomats on the sidelines of the Council meetings.A special meeting is scheduled to take place between UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, and Minister Vijitha Herath.Commenting on the significance of the session, former Sri Lankan…

Police have detected another stock of chemicals, similar to the stock recovered in Middeniya and suspected to be used in the manufacturing of crystal methamphetamine (ICE), at a residence in Kandana.It has been reported that these chemicals are very similar to those found on September 6 during a raid on a property in Thalawa, Middeniya, which were also believed to be used in ‘ICE’ production.Police stated that the chemicals may have been brought and left at the location approximately four months ago.The seized chemicals are scheduled to be taken to the Tangalle Police for further investigation.Meanwhile, another stock of chemicals…

Sri Lanka’s Kamil Mishara hit an unbeaten 73 as the tourists beat Zimbabwe by eight wickets on Sunday to win the third Twenty20 international and take the series 2-1.An unbeaten 117-run partnership with Kusal Perera saw Sri Lanka win with 14 balls to spare at the Harare Sports Club as they chased down a formidable target. Perera was 46 not out.Zimbabwe, who beat Sri Lanka by five wickets to level the series on Saturday, were put in to bat and made 191-8 with Tadiwanashe Marumani top-scoring with 51.Sri Lanka also won two One-Day Internationals against Zimbabwe earlier this year.Source: Reuters–Agencies

The death toll from the bus crash near the 24th Km Post on the Ella-Wellawaya main road last night (4) has reportedly increased to 15.At least fifteen individuals, including nine females, were reported dead, while 18 others — 11 males and seven females, including children — sustained injuries when a bus toppled down a precipice near the 24th km post on the Ella–Wellawaya main road last night, police confirmed.More than 15 patients have been admitted to the Badulla Teaching Hospital, with several said to be in critical condition.The accident occurred when the bus, carrying a group of employees from the…