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Govt. assures court of measures to reduce air pollution

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3 months ago

March 6, 2025

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The Attorney General informed the Court of Appeal today (March 06) that authorities will take necessary measures to reduce air pollution across the country, including in the Jaffna district.

These remarks were made in response to a writ petition filed by Dr. Umasugi Nadarajah, a medical practitioner, which was taken up.

The petition was taken up before a two-judge bench of the Court of Appeal, comprising (Acting President) Justice Mohammed Laffar and Justice K.M.S. Dissanayake.

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CIABOC arrests Keheliya, wife & daughter

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3 hours ago

June 18, 2025

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Former Minister Keheliya Rambukwella, his wife and daughter have been arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC).

They have been arrested over an investigation into their assets, according to the Bribery Commission.

Earlier this morning, former Minister Rambukwella appeared before CIABOC to record a statement.

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05 inmates at Boossa launch rooftop protest

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6 hours ago

June 18, 2025

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Five inmates at Boossa Prison launched a rooftop protest this morning (June 18) against officials’ decision to carry out thorough searches inside the prison.

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CMC mayor assumes duties

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6 hours ago

June 18, 2025

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Vraie Cally Balthazaar of the National People’s Power (NPP) officially assumed duties as Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) Mayor today (June 18).

The most talked-about candidate in the 2025 Local Government Election, Balthazaar was elected the 26th Mayor of the CMC while receiving 61 votes following a secret ballot on Monday (June 16).

She becomes the second female Mayor of CMC, following Rosy Senanayaka.