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Air India on Wednesday said it has decided to reduce its international services on wide-body aircraft by 15 per cent for the next few weeks. The cuts will be implemented between now and June 20, and will continue thereafter, until at least mid-July.“This effectively adds to our reserve aircraft availability to take care of any unplanned disruptions,” said the airline, as it remains in mourning on the tragic loss of 241 passengers and crew members aboard flight AI 171.The decision is taken “to ensure stability of our operations, better efficiency and to minimise inconvenience to passengers”.“Air India apologises to the passengers…

A mosquito control week will be implemented in 16 districts from June 30 to July 5, the National Dengue Control Unit (NDCU) announced.Speaking at a press conference held in Colombo, Dr. Priscilla Samaraweera, Community Specialist attached to the NDCU, stated that due to the increase in mosquito density caused by the prevailing southwest monsoon rains, the program has been scheduled to curb the spread. “A mosquito control week is being implemented again in 111 MOH divisions across 16 districts. Our teams will visit high-risk areas to identify and eliminate mosquito breeding sites. If breeding grounds are carelessly maintained, red notices will…

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake today (18), lauded Mahinda Siriwardana, the outgoing Secretary to the Treasury, for his exemplary service, stating that it is the responsibility of public officials to strive to prevent adverse outcomes and contribute to positive change.The President particularly commended Siriwardana’s exceptional dedication and commitment in expertly navigating the nation’s economy through the transformative period following the recent economic crisis, ultimately achieving significant economic victories for the country, the President’s Media Division (PMD) said in a statement.President Dissanayake expressed his gratitude for Siriwardana’s invaluable contributions.These remarks were made by President Dissanayake at a farewell ceremony organised at the…

Former Minister Keheliya Rambukwella, his wife and daughter have been arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC), a short while ago. They have been arrested in relation to an investigation into their assets, according to the Bribery Commission.This morning, former Minister Rambukwella appeared before CIABOC to record a statement.

The Supreme Court today (18) ordered that the hearing of the Fundamental Rights Petition filed by the Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) which seeks a ruling that the ragging incident involving Charith Dilshan, a second-year student at the Faculty of Technology of the Sabaragamuwa University, constitutes a violation of fundamental human rights, be taken up for consideration on July 18.The BASL also seeks an order calling relevant authorities to conduct a thorough investigation.The petition was taken up today before a three-member Supreme Court bench comprising Justices S. Thurairaja, Kumudini Wickremasinghe, and Janak de Silva.Accordingly, the bench ordered that the…

Efforts will be taken to transform Colombo into one of the most developed cities in the world, newly appointed Mayor Vraie Cally Balthazaar said after assuming duties in the new post this morning (18).Vraie Balthazaar of the National People’s Power (NPP) took oaths as the 26th Mayor of the Colombo Municipal Council (CMC), today.She was elected the new Colombo Mayor following a secret ballot on Monday (16).During the secret ballot, Councilor Balthazaar received 61 votes while Riza Zarook of the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) obtained 54 votes.Speaking to media after assuming duties, Mayor Balthazaar stated that she considers her victory…

A total of five inmates of the Boossa Prison have launched a protest on top of the prison roof, Ada Derana reporter stated.The group is reportedly protesting against officials’ decision to conduct thorough searches within the prison premises.

The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) has decided to suspend the issuance of fuel into cans and barrels with immediate effect.The decision was taken due to reports of public flocking to fuel stations to obtain fuel in cans and barrels, causing unnecessary congestion and queues, the CPC said.Accordingly, the decision has been communicated to fuel station owners, and the CPC has warned that strict disciplinary action will be taken regarding distribution permits if anyone acts in violation of the directive.Furthermore, the CPC emphasized that despite having adequate fuel stocks in the country, consumers seem to be acting out of irrational fear,…

Showers will occur at times in the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in the Nuwara-Eliya, Kandy, Galle and Matara districts today, the Department of Meteorology said.Several spells of showers will occur in the North-western province, the Met. Department added.Showers or thundershowers can be expected at a few places in the Uva province and in the Ampara and Batticaloa districts during the afternoon or night.Meanwhile, fairly strong winds of about 30-40kmph can be expected at times over the Western slopes of the central hills and in the Northern, North-central, Southern and North-western provinces and in the Trincomalee district.The general public has…

President Donald Trump said Tuesday the U.S. knows where Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is hiding during the Israel-Iran conflict but doesn’t want him killed “for now.”Trump urged, in a social media posting, Iran’s “UNCONDITIONAL SURRENDER” as the five-day conflict continues to escalate.“We know exactly where the so-called ‘Supreme Leader’ is hiding,” Trump added. “He is an easy target, but is safe there – We are not going to take him out (kill!), at least not for now. But we don’t want missiles shot at civilians, or American soldiers. Our patience is wearing thin.”Trump’s increasingly muscular comments toward the…