Committee recommends to remove IGP Deshabandu
The committee probing IGP Deshabandu Tennakoon has unanimously found him guilty of the allegations and recommended his removal. The report will be tabled in Parliament, says the Speaker The post Committee recommends to remove IGP Deshabandu appeared first on Newswire.
15 Mn drug capsules destroyed on court order
A stock of 15 million drug capsules that were confiscated as court assets following legal proceedings was destroyed at a cement factory in Puttalam on Monday (21). According to the Police, the stock of drugs was seized during a joint…
Serendib Flour Mills strengthens children’s health and wellbeing with ‘Adhi Shakthi’ donation to Godagama Maha Vidyalaya
In a sincere contribution to child wellness and education and reinforcing its brand promise of ‘Nourishing the Nation’, Serendib Flour Mills has committed to a monthly donation of 300kg of Adhi Shakthi, a micronutrient fortified wheat flourto WP/HO/Godagama Maha Vidyalaya…
Naval & fishing communities warned of rough seas
The Department of Meteorology has issued an advisory for heavy rains and strong winds in sea areas around Sri Lanka, urging the Naval and fishing communities to be vigilant in this regard. According to the Department, showers will occur at…
Sri Lanka & U.S. hold talks on continued cooperation in defence initiatives
A discussion between Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd) and the Defence Attaché of the United States to Sri Lanka, Lieutenant Colonel Matthew House, centred on areas of bilateral defence collaboration, cyber security upgrades and continued cooperation…
About 75 mm of rain expected in several areas today
Showers will occur at times in the Western, Sabaragamuwa and Central provinces and the Galle and Matara districts today, according to the Department of Meteorology. Fairly heavy falls about 75 mm are likely at some places in the Sabaragamuwa province…
Appeals Court overturns HC acquittal of Sajin Vass; orders retrial
The Court of Appeal has nullified a previous Colombo High Court ruling that acquitted former MP Sajin Vass Gunawardena from corruption charges related to a Rs. 883 million financial loss allegedly caused to the state during his tenure as CEO…
Delta’s “Aggressive Maneuver” averts Mid-Air Collision
A Delta regional jet was forced to make a sudden evasive maneuver to avoid a potential mid-air collision with a U.S. military aircraft during a flight to North Dakota, according to passenger accounts and airline statements. SkyWest Flight 3788, operating…
Shooting incident reported in Seeduwa
A man was injured in a shooting incident reported today (July 21) in the Rajapakshapura area in Seeduwa, police said. According to initial reports, the victim sustained gunshot wounds and was rushed to the hospital for treatment. His current condition…
Police make key arrests in 2 shooting incidents
The 43-year-old suspected gunman involved in the execution-style murder in Kahawatte has been ordered to be detained for questioning until July 28, following his appearance before the Mahara Magistrate’s Court. Meanwhile, police have arrested another suspect believed to be the…