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Exams Dept. probes circulation of O/L English paper

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9 months ago

May 10, 2024

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The Department of Examinations states that an investigation was launched regarding the circulation of the English language question paper of the GCE Ordinary Level Examination which was held yesterday (May 09).

Commissioner General of Examinations Amith Jayasundara said the question paper was circulated via WhatsApp during the exam for candidates to copy answers.

However, the Department said it did not affect the confidentiality of the English language question paper.

It has also launched an investigation over an alleged error in the O/L Sinhala language question paper.

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No vehicles or vehicle permits for MPs – President

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2 hours ago

February 17, 2025

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Parliamentarians will not receive vehicles or vehicle permits this year, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said.

He said this while delivering the 2025 Budget speech in Parliament today (Feb. 17).

The President also added that measures will be taken to auction off all luxury vehicles in the state sector in March 2025.

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Human Immunoglobulin case : Lab reports from India & Germany received

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2 hours ago

February 17, 2025

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Sri Lanka has received laboratory reports from India and Germany regarding the human immunoglobulin drug.

The police confirmed that a team of officers had traveled to those countries to obtain the reports.

The Attorney General’s Department stated that the reports will be used as evidence, and a final decision on the case will be made after they are thoroughly examined.

(News1st)

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Train numbers in daily operations to be upped to reduce delays

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2 hours ago

February 17, 2025

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Deputy Minister of Transport and Highways, Dr. Prasanna Gunasena, announced that steps are being taken to increase the number of locomotives in daily operations to reduce train delays ahead of the introduction of electric trains in Sri Lanka

He emphasized the importance of improving train punctuality, stating that the government is actively addressing service cancellations. Currently, Sri Lanka operates around 217 to 220 daily train services, with 17 to 20 cancellations on average. The goal is to minimize cancellations and maintain consistent operations.

Dr. Gunasena noted that while the country typically requires 60 to 70 locomotives for smooth daily operations, only 45 to 50 have been available in recent times. However, efforts are underway to increase this number, with the expectation that over 60 locomotives will be in service by the end of February.

Additionally, he highlighted that currently, 52% of trains operate on schedule, while 17% experience delays exceeding 10 minutes, and 10% are delayed by more than 30 minutes. The government aims to improve these figures by enhancing locomotive availability and efficiency.

(dailynews.lk)

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