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China – FAO – SL project on production & commercialization of fruit

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2 years ago

May 12, 2023

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A team of 09 Chinese experts have begun working with Lankan counterparts over the next 2.5 years to increase productivity, production & commercialization for mango, pineapple & banana in Sri Lanka, the Chinese embassy in Sri Lanka states.

They will work under a USD 1.5 million project of the The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations.

The project, which will be implemented in the districts of Kalutara, Gampaha, Monaragala, Anuradhapura & Kilinochchi.

“The technology & expertise shared will ensure high-quality fruits from Sri Lanka reach global markets faster,” the embassy further adds.

The 🇨🇳-@FAO-🇱🇰project that will be implemented in #Kalutara, #Gampaha, #Monaragala, #Anuradhapura & #Kilinochchi districts. The technology & expertise shared will ensure high-quality fruits from #SriLanka reach global markets faster.@FAOSriLanka @FAODG @cidcaofficial pic.twitter.com/29wufoIKgR
— Chinese Embassy in Sri Lanka (@ChinaEmbSL) May 11, 2023

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Derailment disrupts train operations on upcountry line

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20 minutes ago

June 27, 2025

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Train operations on the upcountry railway line have been disrupted after a train derailed at the Rambukkana railway station today (June 27).

The derailed train was travelling from Colombo to Rambukkana.

Accordingly, train services along the upcountry Line have been suspended, and alternative transportation arrangements are being made.

Meanwhile, efforts to re-rail the derailed train are underway.

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‘Krrish’ case to be taken up again on Sep. 26

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2 hours ago

June 27, 2025

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The Colombo High Court has ordered the re-convening of the case filed by the Attorney General against Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) MP Namal Rajapaksa on September 26.

The case pertains to allegations that Rajapaksa received Rs. 70 million from the Indian company ‘Krrish’ under the pretext of promoting the game of rugby.

Rajapaksa, appeared before the court when the case was taken up today (June 27).