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PET scan services for cancer patients have been suspended at major government hospitals, including the Maharagama Apeksha Hospital and the National Hospital in Colombo, since March 27, according to the Government Radiological Technologists’ Association.The association says the disruption is due to a shortage of Fluorodeoxyglucose (FDG), a radioactive compound essential for conducting PET scans. FDG was previously imported from India; however, supplies have been halted following issues related to the importer’s registration status with the National Medicines Regulatory Authority (NMRA).

The final day of the ‘‘Ehi Passiko’‘ Peace Walk will be held today (28).The peace march, which is scheduled to commence at 12 noon from the Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya, will proceed towards the Independence Square.A special state ceremony is set to take place at 4:00 p.m. at the Independence Square, with the participation of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.During the event, the President is expected to officially hand over a sapling of the Sacred Sri Maha Bodhi to a delegation including Venerable Pannakara Thero.The peace walk will then resume at 5:30 p.m. from Independence Square and conclude upon reaching the…

The Road Development Authority (RDA) has not made any duplicate payments to companies or contractors from its primary account or any related accounts, according to the Deputy Minister of Transport and Highways, Prasanna Gunasena.The Deputy Minister made this clarification during a media briefing convened in response to recent allegations by Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) Member of Parliament Nalin Bandara, who claimed that the RDA had carried out unauthorized or irregular payments.Furthermore, Gunasena stated that no changes have been made to the existing payment procedures. He strongly condemned Bandara’s statement, emphasizing that the allegations are entirely unfounded.

A justice of the Supreme Court today (27) recused himself from hearing an appeal filed by former Minister Rishad Bathiudeen, which challenges a prior ruling in a case concerning the clearing of protected forest lands adjacent to the Wilpattu reserve for resettlement purposes.The appeal was taken up before a three-judge bench of the Supreme Court.At the commencement of the proceedings, presiding judge Justice A.H.M.D. Nawaz announced that he would withdraw from the case, citing personal reasons for his recusal, Ada Derana reporter said.

Investigations have been initiated into an incident involving several saffron-robed individuals arrested with narcotics at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA), the Minister of Public Security Ananda Wijepala stated.Speaking to media after an event held today (27), the Public Security Minister emphasized that all individuals are equal before the law and that no distinction will be made between the powerful and the vulnerable in legal proceedings.He stated that the relevant facts regarding the incident have already been submitted to courts and that further legal action will follow based on ongoing investigations.Minister Ananda Wijepala also noted that authorities are acting in line…

The Colombo Magistrate’s Court ordered that Attorney-at-Law Thamara Kumari Abeyratne, who has been named as a suspect in the “Ganemulla Sanjeewa” murder case and was detained under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA), be remanded until May 7.The suspect was produced before the court by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) following the expiration of her detention order, said Ada Derana reporter.

The death toll from a bombing on a Colombian highway on Saturday has risen to 20, with another 36 people injured, including minors.Videos shared from the scene showed damaged vehicles and debris strewn across the Pan-American Highway in the southern Cauca region.Colombian President Gustavo Petro blamed the attack on rebels linked to dissident factions of the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (Farc), while local governor Octavio Guzman described the attack as the most brutal against civilians in decades.Peace talks between Farc and the government in 2016 ended in a deal under which thousands of fighters demobilised, but some broke away…

The Free Lawyers Organisation has stated that although five days have passed since the alleged cyberattack involving a USD 2.5 million Treasury transaction, the relevant facts have not yet been reported to a Magistrate’s Court.The organisation further claimed that, to date, investigators have not recorded statements from the suspended officers involved.Accordingly, it has directed 22 open questions to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and the Cabinet, emphasizing that both the President and the Cabinet are required to provide clear and transparent responses.The 22 Open Questions of the Free Lawyers Organisation:1. Does the President accept that USD 2.5 million from the Treasury…

Iran through Pakistani mediators gave the U.S. a new proposal on reopening of the Strait ⁠of Hormuz and the ending of the war, with nuclear negotiations postponed for a later ⁠stage, Axios reported on Sunday, citing a U.S. ⁠official and two sources with knowledge ⁠of the matter.Iran is offering to end its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz without addressing its nuclear program, two regional officials with knowledge of the proposal said Monday.Iran also wants the United States to ends its blockade of the country as part of its proposal, according to the two officials, who spoke on condition of…

The Ministry of Digital Economy and Public Administration has introduced a set of guidelines for heads of institutions on the optimal use of digital technologies in delivering public services remotely.In light of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East region, which has impacted fuel supply to Sri Lanka, and the broader need for effective energy management, the government initially took steps to limit in-office operations. This measure aims to reduce pressure on national fuel reserves.Under the direction of the Cabinet Committee on maintaining public services systematically chaired by Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya, the Ministry of Digital Economy was instructed to…