Former Minister Duminda Dissanayake has been further remanded until July 07 after being produced before the Mount Lavinia Magistrate’s Court today (June 26), in connection with the discovery of a gold-plated T-56 firearm at an apartment complex in Havelock Town, Colombo.

Meanwhile, the third suspect in the case has been granted bail by the court.

A three-wheeler driver was seriously injured following an accident in the Orugodawatta area today (June 26), after a container truck overturned onto his vehicle around 2.30 am.

The accident occurred near the Orugodawatta traffic lights as a prime mover transporting cargo from Avissawella, turning towards ‘Ingurukade’ had toppled over.

The injured driver was rescued by the Colombo Fire Service Department with the help of local residents and admitted to the hospital.

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Health authorities report an increase in respiratory illnesses due to the prevailing rainy weather conditions.

Consultant Dr. Athula Liyanapathirana of the Epidemiology Division of the Ministry of Health, stated that vulnerable groups including young children, the elderly, pregnant women, and those with chronic diseases should exercise extra caution during this period.

He further advised the public to seek immediate medical care if experiencing difficulty in breathing.