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Former Secretary to the Ministry of Public Administration, Priyantha Mayadunne has been arrested by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), a short while ago, today (30).

Warrant Officer Samitha Dulan Kodithuwakku of Sri Lanka Corps of Military Police (SLCMP), who achieved a remarkable feat by winning a silver medal in the Men’s F44 Javelin Throw event setting a new world record of 67.03 meters at the Paris Paralympics 2024, was presented with a new javelin by the Prime Minister at the Ministry of Education on January 29.The Director of Sports of Sri Lanka Army- Ms. Subhashini Niranjala Weerasinghe, who met Warrant Officer Samitha Dulan Kodithuwakku when he participated in the 2024 Paralympic Games in France, has planned to present this special javelin during her visit to…

The number of tourists visiting Sri Lanka in January 2024 has surpassed 200,000, according to the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA).Between January 1 and 26, a total of 212,838 tourists arrived on the island, the SLTDA reported.India topped the list of tourist arrivals, with a total of 37,383 visitors, followed by significant numbers from Russia, Britain, Germany, China, and France.

The Sri Lankan edition of the press conference for the One World One Family Cup 2025, a special charity T20 cricket match, was held today at Colombo 008. The event was chaired by former Sri Lankan cricket captain Aravinda de Silva, along with Menaka Athukorala, Managing Director and CEO of Hatton Plantations PLC, and Gowri Shankar, Managing Director and CEO of G&G Group of Companies.In his opening remarks, Gowri Shankar emphasised the deeper purpose of the event, stating, “With the guidance and philosophy of Sri Madhusudan Sai, this exceptional event showcases the unifying power of cricket while raising awareness for…

Arrangements have been made to hold the 77th Independence Day celebrations on February 4, at Independence Square in Colombo.Minister of Public Administration, A. H. M. H. Aberathne, said that the theme for this year’s (2025) Independence Day celebrations is “Let’s Rally for National Renaissance” (Jathika Punarudhayata Pelagasemu).The Minister made this statement during a press conference at the Department of Government Information this morning (30).During the press briefing, the Secretary to the Ministry of Defence, Air Vice Marshal (Retired) Sampath Thuyacontha, revealed that there have been some changes to the Independence Day parade’s structure.Accordingly, the Defence Secretary stated that this year’s…

The Air Quality Index (AQI) across Sri Lanka has returned to normal levels today (30), according to the media spokesperson for the Central Environmental Authority (CEA), Dr. Ajith Gunawardena.In the past two days, AQI levels had exceeded 150 in several areas; however, recent reports show that these values have now dropped below 50 in many parts of the country, particularly in the central region.Dr. Gunawardena confirmed that no location reported AQI levels above 150 today. Areas such as Colombo, Galle, Matara, and Jaffna recorded values close to 100.He also stated that this situation is expected to subside soon.Dr. Gunawardena also…

Jaffna District Independent MP Ramanathan Archchuna, who was granted bail, stated that he respects the law and has no intention of continuing in politics, expressing dissatisfaction with the political landscape.Speaking to the media, Archchuna emphasized that he is a doctor and was never previously interested in politics. He explained that although he entered Parliament to serve the people, politics remains a field he strongly dislikes.“I really don’t like politics. I have never cast a vote for 38 years. I came into politics purely for the people. So I won’t stay any longer. Politics is a field I don’t like at…

An American Airlines regional passenger jet and a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter crashed into the Potomac River after a midair collision near Reagan Washington National Airport on Wednesday night, officials said.The Washington Post said multiple bodies had been pulled from the water. Senator Ted Cruz of Texas said on social media that “we know there are fatalities,” though he did not say how many.An American Airlines source told Reuters that 60 passengers, along with two pilots and two crew members were scheduled to be on the flight. Three soldiers were aboard the helicopter, a U.S. official said.There has not…

Three Israeli hostages and five Thai nationals are expected to be freed from Gaza by Hamas on Thursday, Israel has said.Two women, civilian Arbel Yehud, 29, and military observer Agam Berger, 20, have been named along with an 80-year-old man, Gadi Moses, as the Israelis set for release.If completed, it will be the third hostage release of the latest Gaza ceasefire deal. In exchange for the Israeli hostages, 110 Palestinians are being freed from Israeli jails.The Thai hostages’ names have not yet been made public. Their release would be a unilateral move by Hamas, and would not constitute part of…

Despite fluctuations in global gas prices, Laugfs Gas PLC says that steps will be taken to provide maximum relief to consumers in February.The Cluster Director/CEO of Laugfs Gas PLC, Dr. Niroshan J. Peiris, said that these decisions will be made in consultation with top management.Speaking in this regard, Dr. Niroshan Peiris added, “The global gas prices have not yet been released. Once they are, we, as an institution, along with top management, will ensure the most affordable price for consumers. We are assuming that the global market prices will remain the same as in January, but this may change in…