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CAA to inspect food outlets that cater to long-distance bus passengers

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2 months ago

April 7, 2025

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Bus operators have urged health authorities to inspect the quality of food and other services provided by outlets that are used by long-distance passenger transport buses.

They highlight that numerous complaints have been received regarding substandard food, unsanitary facilities and poorly maintained toilets at these outlets.

Commenting on the issue, the Chairman of the Lanka Private Bus Owners’ Association (LPBOA), Gemunu Wijeratne stated that concerns related to food and beverage quality have persisted for many years.

Meanwhile, the Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) has announced plans to take action against owners of such establishments following complaints about high food prices at restaurants catering to long-distance bus passengers.

In response to inquiries made by Ada Derana, CAA Director of Information Asela Bandara stated that complaints have also been received regarding the failure to display the prices of food and beverage, as well as the sale of items at inflated rates.

Bandara further noted that these restaurants will be inspected, and legal action will be taken against violators during raids, particularly in the upcoming festive season.

(adaderana.lk)

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COVID subvariants spreading in Asia detected in Sri Lanka

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8 hours ago

May 31, 2025

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The Medical Research Institute of Sri Lanka has confirmed that the COVID-19 variant currently spreading in the Asian region has also been identified in the country.

Dr. Jude Jayamaha, a specialist in viral diseases at the Medical Research Institute, stated that patients infected with the Omicron subvariants LF.7 and XFG are being reported locally.

Dr. Jayamaha explained that this finding was confirmed through research conducted on biological samples collected from several hospitals across the island.

However, he emphasized that there is no need for undue fear regarding these COVID-19 variants.

Health authorities have also stressed the importance of vulnerable groups—such as pregnant mothers, the elderly, and those with chronic illnesses—following health guidelines, including wearing face masks and avoiding crowded places.

Dr. Jayamaha reiterated that new COVID-19 variants emerge periodically, and health authorities are continuously monitoring the situation, so the public should remain calm.

(newswire.lk)

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Anudi misses out from Miss World Quarter-Finals

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8 hours ago

May 31, 2025

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The Miss World organization has announced its quarter-finalists, selecting 40 contestants from across Asia, Europe, Africa, and the Americas.

Sri Lanka’s Anudi Gunasekara, was not selected in the top 40, despite being recognized for her impressive performances in the Multimedia and Head-to-Head challenges.

The top 40 consisted of 10 contestants each from Asia & Oceania, Europe, Africa and the Americas.