Fire breaks out at Tangalle Fisheries Office

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2 years ago

August 22, 2023

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A fire broke out in the district office of the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources in Tangalle early today (22).

According to the Tangalle Police, many office equipment have been damaged in the fire.

As soon as the fire broke out on the second floor of the building, the officers of the Tangalle Police who were nearby had informed the fire brigade.

The Tangalle Police suspects that the cause of the fire may have been faulty electrical wiring.

Lorry carrying explosives seized on Habarana-Trinco road

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1 hour ago

June 30, 2025

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Police have seized a lorry transporting explosives along the Habarana-Trincomalee main road.

According to police, officers attached to the Hatharas Kotuwa Police had stopped and inspected the vehicle during a routine check, during which they discovered a bag containing C-4, a highly explosive substance, hidden beneath the dashboard near the driver’s seat.

The seized stock of explosives had weighed 156.07 grams.

The lorry driver was taken into custody.

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CAA warns of improperly labeled salt products

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4 hours ago

June 30, 2025

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The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) has warned to prosecute importers and retailers selling salt without proper labels, including missing manufacturer/importer info and retail price.

The public is advised not to buy such products, while distributors have urged to maintain valid invoices with supplier details or face legal consequences.

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New Police Media Spokesman named

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5 hours ago

June 30, 2025

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The Police Media Division has announced that Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) F.U. Wootler has been named as the new Police Spokesperson, effective immediately.

ASP Wootler takes over the role from Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Buddhika Manatunga, who has been transferred to serve as the Officer-in-Charge of the Polonnaruwa Division.