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Discharge of airman’s weapon damages Airport VIP Lounge roof

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The roof of the VIP Lounge at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) sustained damage after a T-56 firearm issued to an airman on duty at the Lounge was suddenly discharged.

No one was injured in the incident that occurred at about 10.25am.

The airman whose weapon was discharged has been arrested and the Sri Lanka Air Force and Airport Police are conducting a joint investigation.

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Cabinet approves use of Galle Face Green for social events

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Cabinet approval has been granted to utilise Galle Face Green for various social activities, including festivals, musical events and other celebrations, subject to specific criteria.

Cabinet Spokesman Minister Vijitha Herath explained today (Nov. 06) a previous Cabinet decision had declared not to allow events at the venue, except for religious events.

However, since it costs around Rs. 2.5 million – Rs. 3 million on a monthly basis to maintain this space, it was deemed appropriate to provide the space for events based on the concept of a ‘green and clean Galle Face Green’.

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ODI & T20I squads against Kiwis, announced

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The Sri Lanka Cricket Selection Committee has announced squads for the T20I and ODI series to be played against the New Zealand national men’s team.

The two T20I games will be played on Nov. 09 and 10 while the ODIs will be held on Nov. 13, 17 and 19.

RDICS, Dambulla will be the venue for the first three games, while the final two ODIs will be played at PICS Pallekele.

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Restrictions on African Swine Fever control, eased

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Sri Lanka’s Department of Animal Production and Health has announced steps to issue a new Gazette notification, relaxing some of the restrictions imposed earlier due to the African swine fever outbreak.

Director General of the department Dr. Hemali Kothalawala stated that permission has now been granted for the transportation of healthy animals.

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