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President AKD to address World Governments Summit 2025 in Dubai today

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2 months ago

February 12, 2025

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President Anura Kumara Dissanayake is scheduled to address the World Governments Summit 2025 held in Dubai today (12).

The World Governments Summit 2025 convened on Tuesday (11) under the theme ‘Shaping Future Governments’ in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

This Summit will bring together governments, international organizations, thought leaders, and private sector leaders from around the globe to foster international cooperation and identify innovative solutions for future challenges, ultimately inspiring and empowering the next generation of governments.

President Dissanayake left for UAE on February 10, to attend the World Governments Summit 2025 on the invitation of UAE President Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

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Brazilian nabbed at BIA with cocaine worth Rs. 240 mn.

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28 minutes ago

April 20, 2025

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A Brazilian national was arrested by the Narcotics Control Unit at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) early this (April 20) morning over attempting to smuggle nearly 05 kg of cocaine concealed in his suitcase.

The suspect is a 59-year-old Brazilian teacher and the seized cocaine (4kg and 855g) is valued around Rs. 240 million.

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New Mosquito species discovered in SL

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31 minutes ago

April 20, 2025

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A new species of mosquito endemic to Sri Lanka has been identified from Mirigama.

The species has been named Culex (Lophoceraomyia) cinctellus.

Entomologist Gayan Kumarasinghe from the Medical Research Institute said that the newly discovered mosquito has been identified as a major carrier of viruses.

(News 1st)

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All postal ballot papers to be handed over to the EC today

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51 minutes ago

April 20, 2025

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The Government Printer states that all ballot papers for postal voting will be handed over to the Election Commission today (April 20).

Printing of the ballot papers for 102 local government institutions were delayed due to a court order.

Director of the Government Printer – Pradeep Pushpakumara says that printing of ballot papers for postal voting, is currently underway and nearing completion.