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Army Seva Vanitha Unit felicitates past President Sujeewa

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2 years ago

October 18, 2022

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The Army Seva Vanitha Unit (ASVU) organised a brief ceremony to felicitate its past President Sujeewa Nelson for the service rendered during her tenure of office.

The event which was graced by current ASVU President Janaki Liyanage was held in Colombo recently. Ms. Nelson was warmly received by Ms. Liyanage and other members of the ASVU Executive Board.

Following the keynote speech delivered by ASVU Secretary Dhanusha Weerasuriya, a video documentary was played showcasing the series of welfare projects that were carried out during the office of the past President.

ASVU President Liyanage presented a token of appreciation to Ms.Nelson after a brief speech that praised her for the roles she performed during her office.

The chairpersons of all Regimental Seva Vanitha Branches, Project Officers and ASVU members were also present.

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Sri Lanka’s visa fees to be unchanged

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5 hours ago

May 6, 2024

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A cabinet decision was taken today (May 06) to maintain the existing $50 fee for a 30-day visa for foreigners visiting the country, the PMD announces.

It has also been decided to continue offering free visa services to citizens of 07 countries: India, China, Russia, Japan, Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia.

Meanwhile, visa issuance responsibility will be handled solely by the Dept. of immigration & Emigration, the PMD adds.

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180 passports found dumped in a drain!

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6 hours ago

May 6, 2024

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A bag with 180 passports has been found in a drain in the Maharagama area.

According to reports, the passports had been obtained by a foreign employment agency operating in the Maharagama area, promising foreign employment.

It is reported that the owner of the agency had fled the area, after duping a number of people and swindling nearly Rs. 260 million.

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Immigration Dept says their power of approving visa not impacted

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6 hours ago

May 6, 2024

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The Department of Immigration and Emigration has stated that the methodology of the present e-visa system has not impacted the Department’s power of approving, issuing or not issuing visa, mentioned in the Immigrants and Emigrants Act No. 20 of 1948.

In a detailed statement, shown below, the department has elaborated as follows :

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