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Govt. Executive category staff to get Rs. 25,000 allowance

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4 days ago

July 1, 2024

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The Government has decided to pay a special monthly allowance of Rs. 25,000 to the officers of the Executive Service category of the government service, effective from today (01).

It had been decided in the Cabinet of Ministers meeting on June 24 to pay a special monthly allowance of Rs. 25,000 to the above grade officers, irrespective of the length of service, instead of the special allowance which was paid on the basis of service so far.

Accordingly, this allowance will also be paid to the officers of Sri Lanka Engineering Service, Sri Lanka Architect Service and Sri Lanka Surveyor Service.

The related circular has been forwarded to the Ministerial Secretaries, Provincial Secretaries and Heads of Departments under the signature of the Secretary to the Ministry of Public Administration and Home Affairs, Provincial Councils and Local Government Pradeep Yasaratne.

This circular has been issued with the approval of the Treasury and the provisions of this circular will be effective from today, July 1, 2024.

(dailynews.lk)

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CIABOC arrests CCD inspector and constable for accepting bribe

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2 hours ago

July 5, 2024

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An Inspector and a Constable of the Colombo Crime Division (CCD) were arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) while accepting a bribe of Rs. 150,000.

According to CIABOC, the two suspects had solicited a total bribe of Rs. 450,000.

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Dates announced for O/L practical exams of aesthetic subjects

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2 hours ago

July 5, 2024

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The Department of Examinations has announced the dates for the practical tests of aesthetic subjects for the 2023 (2024) G.C.E. Ordinary Level examination.

According to Exams Commissioner General Amith Jayasundara, the practical exams for Music, Dancing, and Drama and Theatre will be held from July 9 to July 19, 2024. Additionally, the listening test for Western Music is scheduled for Sunday, July 14.

The department also mentioned that admission cards for school and private applicants sitting for the practical tests will be delivered by post in the near future.

Applicants are advised to contact the Examinations Department hotline ‘1911’ or the contact numbers 011 2 784208, 011 2 784537, or 011 2 786616 for any further inquiries.

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Dhammika Perera gears up to run for President

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2 hours ago

July 5, 2024

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Tycoon and Member of Parliament Dhammika Perera announced his readiness to contest the upcoming Presidential Election, contingent on the decision of the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP).

“I am prepared to contest the Presidential Election, pending the decision of the SLPP on their candidate. I await their decision while continuing to work towards my victory,” said MP Perera.

Perera made this statement during the inauguration of the SLPP’s Centre for Professionals, held this morning.

Emphasizing his commitment to economic development, Perera stated, “My primary focus is on developing the economy. If I am to take the stage, I have to explain how I plan to develop the economy. Therefore, I am currently formulating an economic programme.”