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Injunction against Dayasiri, extended

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1 year ago

January 22, 2024

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The Colombo District Court today (22 Jan.) further extended the injunction order against the former General Secretary of the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP), Dayasiri Jayasekara.

The order prevents him from hindering the affairs of the SLFP Acting General Secretary, Sarathi Dushmantha Mithrapala, and submitting inaccurate recommendations to the Election Commission in relation to the matter.

The relevant order was issued when a petition filed by Mithrapala and Chairman of the SLFP former President Maithripala Sirisena was taken up in court this morning.

The case is due to be recalled in court on 29 January, allowing time for the respondents to file objections, if any.

The injunction order against Jayasekara was initially issued by Colombo District Judge Sandun Withana on 08 January.

Source – adaderana.lk

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Lorry carrying explosives seized on Habarana-Trinco road

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3 hours 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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6 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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6 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.