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COPA reveals a major mishap in Govt. health services

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2 years ago

November 17, 2023

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The Committee on Public Accounts (COPA) has yesterday (Nov. 16) disclosed that a raw food supplier who refused to repay overpaid money by the Angoda National Institute of Mental Health whilst declaring bankruptcy, was acting as a supplier to another agency of the Ministry of Health (MoH).

The COPA advised the health officials to prepare a strategic framework to collect arrears due from the suppliers who have not paid up the relevant arrears without protecting them.

The gathered were further interrogated about the failure to use the fingerprint machines established by the MoH disbursing Rs. 31.8 Million in accordance with the Public Administration Circular of 2017, to confirm the arrival and departure of staff.

The COPA Chair Lasantha Alagiyawanna also emphasized that health services should also join the measures taken to make the public service a more efficient and corruption-free service in a collective method.

(sundaytimes.lk)

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Sri Lankans in Lebanon urged to be cautious

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18 minutes ago

June 17, 2025

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Amid the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel, the Sri Lankan Embassy in Lebanon has advised Sri Lankans to remain vigilant and exercise caution.

The Embassy has urged individuals to avoid crowded areas, nighttime outings, festivals, and long-distance travel temporarily.

Sri Lankans have also been advised to carry a copy of their Lebanese ID (Iqama ID) or passport when going outdoors.

They are also urged to contact the following numbers in any emergency.

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Coastal line train service disrupted

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30 minutes ago

June 17, 2025

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Sri Lanka Railways says train services on the coastal line are experiencing delays due to damage to the railway track between Panadura and Moratuwa stations.