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10 fmr. ministers seek SJB nominations – Tissa Attanayake

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9 months ago

October 7, 2024

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Former MP Tissa Attanayake revealed that ten ex-Ministers from the previous government, who had not supported Sajith Premadasa during the Presidential Election, are now seeking nominations from the Samagi Jana Sandhanaya (SJB) for the upcoming General Election.

These former Ministers are from districts including Colombo, Hambantota, Kurunegala, and Badulla.

Speaking at the inauguration of the SJB’s General Election operations office in Kandy, Attanayake confirmed that nominations are being finalized, with a focus on promoting long-time organizers.

The party also aims to allocate 25% of nominations to new faces, particularly youth, women, and professionals.

While discussions with the United National Party (UNP) are ongoing, Attanayake emphasized that no nominations will be granted to individuals facing corruption or fraud allegations.

He also reflected on the reasons for the Presidential Election defeat and highlighted the importance of proper law enforcement and anti-corruption measures for the country’s growth.

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A few showers expected today

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3 hours ago

July 1, 2025

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A few showers will occur in the Western, Sabaragamuwa and North-western provinces and in the Nuwara-Eliya, Kandy, Galle and Matara districts today (July 01), the Department of Meteorology.

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 and North-western provinces and in the Trincomalee and Hambantota districts.

The general public has been requested to take adequate precautions to minimize damages caused by temporary localized strong winds and lightning during thundershowers.

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Fuel prices upped

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12 hours ago

June 30, 2025

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The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) has announced a revision of fuel prices, effective from midnight today (June 30).

The price of Petrol 92 Octane has been increased by Rs. 12 to Rs. 305 per litre, while the price of Kerosene has been increased by Rs. 07 to Rs. 185 per litre. The price of Auto Diesel has also been increased by Rs. 15, bringing it to Rs. 289 per litre.

However, the prices of Petrol 95 Octane and Super Diesel remain unchanged, according to Ceypetco.

The new fuel prices are as follows:

• Petrol Octane 92 – Rs. 305 (increased by Rs. 12)
• Auto Diesel – Rs. 289 (increased by Rs. 15)
• Kerosene – Rs. 185 (increased by Rs. 7)
• Petrol Octane 95 – Rs. 341 (not revised)
• Super Diesel – Rs. 325 (not revised)

Meanwhile, Lanka IOC has also revised retail fuel prices to match Ceypetco prices.

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Ex-minister Gamini Lokuge passes away

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12 hours ago

June 30, 2025

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Former Minister and veteran politician Gamini Lokuge has passed away today (June 30) at the age of 82.

Commencing his political career in 1960 as a member of the United National Party, his first successful national-level campaign came in 1983, when he was elected by a clear majority to represent the Kesbewa District.

He served as Minister of Tourism during the UNP-led governments in 1989 and 2002. In 2006, following personal disagreements with then UNP leader Ranil Wickremesinghe, he crossed over to the government of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa.

In January 2007, Lokuge was appointed Minister of Sports and Public Recreation. He was re-elected to Parliament in both 2010 and 2015.

On 27 November 2019, he was appointed State Minister for Urban Development, and on 12 August 2020, he assumed duties as the Cabinet Minister of Transport.