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MP Aravinda Senarath elected as COPA Chairman

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5 months ago

January 24, 2025

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NPP MP – Aravinda Senarath, was elected today (Jan. 24) as the new Chair of the Committee on Public Accounts (COPA).

He was elected during the inaugural meeting of the Committee held for the first session of the Tenth Parliament.
MP Aravinda Senarath’s name was proposed as the Chair by MP Chandana Sooriyaarachchi and was seconded by MP Susantha Kumara Nawarathna, both representing the National People’s Power.

Addressing the Committee, the Chair emphasized the importance of collective commitment from all members to overcome the country’s significant financial crisis and steer it in the right direction. He further stated that the future proceedings of the Committee would be conducted with utmost impartiality and independence. He assured that the Committee would not hesitate to make bold and accurate decisions to meet the expectations of the public.

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Decision on bus fare revision, in 02 days – NTC

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6 minutes ago

July 1, 2025

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The National Transport Commission (NTC) says a decision on revising bus fares following the recent fuel price adjustment will be made within the next 02 days.

NTC Director General – Naomi Jayawardena stated that the Commission will convene to finalize the decision.

She added that although the annual bus fare revision was scheduled to take effect today (July 01), it will not be enforced due to the fuel price change since midnight yesterday (June 30).

No increase in school transport or trishaw fares

Despite the increase in fuel prices, key transport unions in Sri Lanka have decided not to raise fares for school children and three-wheeler passengers.

All Island School Children Transport Association Chairman – Malshri de Silva has announced that it will maintain current fare levels.

Meanwhile, Nishantha Kumara, Secretary of the Professional Three-Wheeler Owners’ Association, has also stated that their members will not increase fares in response to the fuel price hike.

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Youth dies in Kahawatta shooting

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7 minutes ago

July 1, 2025

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A youth was killed and another injured in a shooting incident in Yainna, Kahawatta last night (June 30), police said.

According to reports, 04 individuals arrived at a residence in Yainna, abducted the 02 victims, and later shot them in a remote area.

A 22-year-old died at the scene due to gunshot wounds, while a 27-year-old was admitted to Kahawatta Base Hospital.

Police said the motive for the shooting remains unknown and investigations are ongoing to identify the suspects.

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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.