The death anniversary of former MP of the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) and his security personnel, was held in Nittambuwa yesterday (May 09).

Former SLPP MP – Amarakeerthi Athukorale and his security personnel sergeant Jayantha Gunawardena died during a series of violent events that erupted in 2022 May 09.

However, it was notable that no public representative, even from the SLPP, was present at the commemoration.

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.

Research institute ‘Verite Research’ yesterday launched a publication “Blueprint for a Rational Government in Sri Lanka” where the document provides how the island can potentially operate with 15 ministries instead of the current 30 ministries.

It draws on the work of the acclaimed 1988 Administrative Reform Commission as well as exemplary international practices, to design a highly functional structure for organising government and all its activities in Sri Lanka.

The proposed ministries are : Foreign Affairs, Education and Research, Public Utilities, Defense, Economic Affairs, Justice, Finance and Planning, Family and Community Development, Health, Home and Public Administration, Labour, Society and Culture, Environment, Ports, Shipping and Civil Aviation and Agriculture.

The documents show how the duties, functions, institutions and laws in Sri Lanka can be operated under the said ministries, and will be presented to all major political parties.