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New Army Chief of Staff of SL Army appointed

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1 year ago

June 20, 2024

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Major General Rohitha Aluvihare of the Vijayabahu Infantry Regiment has been appointed as the new Chief of Staff of the Sri Lanka Army, effective from today (June 20), by the Commander of the Army.

Major General S. R. B. Aluvihare of the Vijayabahu Infantry Regiment had previously served as the Chief of Staff at the Office of the Chief of Defence Staff (OCDS) before being appointed as the General Officer Commanding of 11 Division, Pallekele.

He had also served as Adjutant General of the Sri Lanka Army, Colonel of the Regiment of Vijayabahu Infantry Regiment and as the 18th Commander of Security Force (Central).

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Lorry carrying explosives seized on Habarana-Trinco road

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8 minutes 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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3 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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3 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.