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The ‘Batalanda’ Commission report was presented to the Parliament this morning (14) by Leader of the House, Minister Bimal Ratnayake. The Concluding Observation Notes of the 159 page report submitted by the commission states that the period from 1988 to 1990 was one of the darkest and most violent chapters in Sri Lanka’s history, marked by a cycle of terror that engulfed the nation and that the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) engaged in widespread insurgency, while state and non-state forces responded with brutal countermeasures, often outside the boundaries of the law.The Batalanda Commission Report confirms that forces operating beyond the formal…

A meeting between President Anura Kumara Disanayake and officials of the Urban Development Authority (UDA) held at the Presidential Secretariat.The discussion focused on reviewing the UDA’s ongoing development projects and ensuring the effective utilization of budget allocations, with an emphasis on key priorities.This discussion extensively focused on strengthening the national economy through systematic urban development. Emphasis was placed on the need to integrate economic, social, environmental, and physical aspects when formulating and implementing urban development plans.The discussion emphasized the significance of streamlining the approval process for urban plans through an online system, emphasizing the importance of coordinating with relevant institutions.Currently,…

The Ministry of Environment has announced the commencement of an investigation into the clearing of lands belonging to the Department of Wildlife and Forest Conservation.Minister Dhammika Patabendige stated that these lands have been cleared under the guise of development, construction, and agricultural projects.The Minister highlighted that even environmentally sensitive areas are included in the cleared lands.He emphasized that strict action will be taken against the illegal clearing of these lands, which violates legal procedures.

Hon. Member of Parliament Sugath Wasantha de Silva was elected as the Chair of the Parliamentary Caucus for Persons with Disabilities. His name was proposed by Hon. Member of Parliament Chandima Hettiaratchi and was seconded by the Chief Opposition Whip, Hon. Gayantha Karunathilleka. This took place yesterday (11) during the inaugural meeting of the caucus in Parliament, held under the patronage of the Hon. Speaker Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne.Furthermore, the Chief Opposition Whip, Hon. Member of Parliament Gayantha Karunathilleka, proposed and seconded respectively by Hon. Members of Parliament Susantha Kumara Nawarathna, Susantha Dodawatta, Attorney at Law and Hon. Member of Parliament…

The Ministry of Digital Economy has announced that G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examination candidates who have not yet obtained their National Identity Card (NIC) confirmation letters can collect them on March 15, 2025 (Saturday), from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.The letters can be collected at the head office of the Department of Registrar of Persons and its branches in Galle, Kurunegala, Vavuniya, Batticaloa, and Nuwara Eliya, it said.Additionally, the relevant letter can be downloaded from the official website of the Department of Registration of Persons (www.drp.gov.lk).Furthermore, school applicants appearing for the 2025 G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examination who have not yet submitted…

Sri Lanka Police have initiated a comprehensive investigation into the recent shooting incidents in Weliveriya and Akmeemana. According to police reports, seven special teams have been appointed to carry out the investigation.The incident in Weliveriya occurred on Thursday (13) night at the Araliyagasdeka Junction, where a man was injured in a shooting.The injured individual, a 26-year-old resident of Udugampola, was traveling in a car when he was shot. He is currently receiving treatment at the Gampaha Hospital.The police have deployed three teams specifically to apprehend the suspects involved in the shooting.Meanwhile, in Akmeemana, four police teams have been assigned to investigate…

The Ella-Wellawaya road has been blocked near the 12th-kilometer post due to an earthslip triggered by adverse weather conditions, the police said.The incident occurred yesterday (13) near Karandagolla, within the Ella Police Division, severely affecting traffic flow on the main road. Accordingly, police have urged motorists to use alternative routes until the road is cleared and restored for safe travel.Alternative Routes for Motorists:Ella to Wellawaya: Motorists can take the route via Uva Karandagolla, Bandarawela, and Ambadandegama.Wellawaya to Ella: Vehicles can reach Ella via Wellawaya and Ambadandegama.

Sri Lanka Grama Niladhari Association has announced that all female Grama Niladharis will no longer work night shifts starting today (14), citing growing security concerns.Colombo District President of the association Shamali Watsala Kulatunga stated that in addition to discontinuing night duties, offices located in unsafe or sparsely populated areas will be closed, with official work shifted to more secure locations.Meanwhile, Minister of Women and Child Affairs Saroja Savitri Paulraj assured that necessary measures will be taken to ensure the safety of women engaged in night shifts. She made this statement while responding to media queries in Kandy.

The Department of Meteorology says that showers or thundershowers will occur at several places in Western, Sabaragamuwa and Southern provinces during the afternoon or night today (14).In its latest forecast, the department said that showers or thundershowers may occur at a few places in Central, North-western and Uva provinces during the afternoon or night.Fairly heavy showers about 50mm can be expected at some places in Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in Galle and Matara districts, it added.Meanwhile, misty conditions can be expected at some places in Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central and Uva provinces and in Galle and Matara districts during the…

Officers of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) have conducted a search at the office premises of former Parliamentarian Sagala Ratnayaka at Morawaka in Matara, as part of their efforts to locate former Inspector General of Police (IGP) Deshabandu Tennakoon.The search follows an open arrest warrant issued by the Matara Magistrate’s Court yesterday (11), directing authorities to immediately arrest Tennakoon wherever he is found and to produce him before the court.Meanwhile, a petition filed by Tennakoon before the Court of Appeal, seeking an order to prevent his arrest, is scheduled to be heard today (12). The petition, submitted through his legal…