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Jaffna District Member of Parliament Dr. Ramanathan Archchuna has been arrested by Ilavalai Police this morning (27).The arrest was made in connection with allegations of criminal intimidation involving the brandishing of a firearm, as well as criminal trespass.Acting Police Media Spokesman, Superintendent of Police (SP) Minura Senarath, stated that the suspect, MP Archchuna, is to be produced before the Mallakam Magistrate’s Court.According to police, on April 25, in the Periyavilan area of Jaffna, MP Archchuna allegedly threatened a woman while brandishing a firearm. The incident is reported to have arisen from a dispute over a plot of land.A case regarding…

At a recent ceremony held at the Shangri-La Colombo, the Event Management Association(EMA) of Sri Lanka unveiled the official Sri Lanka Event Calendar. Developed by the EventManagement Advisory Committee under the guidance of the Ministry of Industry andEntrepreneurship Development, the calendar is a centralized digital platform designed to serveas the definitive guide for all major international and local happenings, ranging from culturalfestivals to international sporting fixtures and high-level corporate MICE (Meetings, Incentives,Conferences, and Exhibitions) events.The event was honored by the presence of Hon. Sunil Handunneththi, Minister of Industry andEntrepreneurship Development, Hon. Chathuranga Abeysinghe, Deputy Minister of Industryand Entrepreneurship Development, and…

King Charles’ state visit to the U.S. will go ahead as planned on Monday despite a shooting at a White House dinner attended by President Donald Trump, Buckingham Palace said after discussions with U.S. officials.Charles and his wife, Queen Camilla, are due to arrive on Monday for a four-day state visit, but questions arose after a man opened fire on security personnel near the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner on Saturday, prompting Secret Service agents to rush Trump from the venue.‘‘I think it’s great; he’ll be very safe,’‘ Trump said in an interview on CBS News’ ‘‘60 Minutes.’‘ ‘‘The White…

A magnitude 6.2 earthquake shook part of northern Japan early Monday, but no damage or casualties have been reported.No tsunami advisory was issued by the Japan Meteorological Agency.The quake struck 18 kilometers (11 miles) west of the small town of Sarabetsu on Japan’s northernmost main island of Hokkaido at a depth of 81 kilometers (50 miles), according to the U.S. Geological Survey. It measured the quake’s strength at 6.1 magnitude.A week ago, a 7.7 magnitude earthquake prompted Japan to issue an advisory of a slightly higher risk of a possible megaquake for the nation’s northeastern coastal areas.Source: AP

The sixth day of the ‘‘Ehi Passiko’‘ Peace Walk is set to commence today (27) near the Abeysekaraaramaya, Yakkala. The walk is scheduled to proceed up to the Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya today.A special discussion will be held, tomorrow (28) at the Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya with the participation of school and university students, held parallel to the peace walk. Following this, the walk will continue from Kelaniya to the Independence Square.On the same day, the State Ceremony of the ‘‘Ehi Passiko’‘ Peace Walk is scheduled to take place at Independence Square under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.The peace…

The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) has taken legal action against several retail outlets found to be selling rice and bottled drinking water at inflated prices.Accordingly, the Authority conducted emergency raids on April 24 in multiple locations, including Kandy, Trincomalee, Galle, Tangalle, Girandurukotte, and Haputale. During these operations, it was revealed that Keeri Samba and other rice varieties were being sold at prices exceeding the prescribed limits. As a result, the CAA initiated legal proceedings against the respective business owners.Following the court hearings, fines of Rs. 100,000 each were imposed on one trader from Trincomalee, two from Galle, two from Tangalle, and…

The Sagarika Train, which derailed, will resume operations from today (27), according to the Department of Railways.Transport Superintendent Asanka Samarasinghe stated that the train will return to its normal schedule starting today.The derailment occurred on April 24 when the Sagarika train, travelling from Beliatta to Maradana, went off the tracks at Wadduwa Railway Station. During the incident, 11 out of the train’s 13 compartments derailed.Following the accident, four crew members who were on board the train have been temporarily removed from operational duties. They will not be reinstated until the ongoing investigation is concluded.Accordingly, the train driver, guard, assistant driver,…

The Sri Lankan Rupee has further depreciated in comparison with the US Dollar, with the highest indicative rate recorded in recent times being reported today (24).According to the official daily exchange rates issued by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL), the buying rate of the US Dollar stands at Rs. 314.03, while the selling rate is recorded at Rs. 321.87.Meanwhile, the Central Bank has confirmed that the indicative rate of the USD/LKR spot exchange rate is Rs. 317.17.Economic analysts note that fluctuations in the foreign exchange market are influenced by global economic conditions, import and export activity, and domestic…

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has recorded a statement from Professor Maithree Wickremesinghe, wife of former President Ranil Wickremesinghe.The CID officers had reportedly visited their residence today to record the statement in connection with an ongoing investigation.

The limited competitive examination for recruitment to Grade III of the Sri Lanka Principals’ Service – 2025 (2026), which was scheduled to be held on April 26, has been postponed until further notice.The Ministry of Education stated that the decision was taken due to unavoidable circumstances.