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Unregistered medicines imported under Indian Credit Line: Dr. Ananda

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2 years ago

February 10, 2023

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All 36 types of medicines imported under the Indian Credit Line from Savorite Pharmaceuticals in Gujarat have not been registered in Sri Lanka, Consultant Physician at National Institute of Infectious Diseases (NIID), Dr. Ananda Wijewickrama said.

He said that about 80 per cent of medicinal drugs purchased under the Credit Line are not registered with the National Medicines Regulatory Authority (NMRA).

It was also said that medicines which are not required by the patients have also been imported to Sri Lanka under this Credit Line.

Dr. Wijewickrama revealed that the medicines which have been removed from the list of medicines of the medical supply department have also been imported.

“This is a serious issue. Cough medicines and shampoos which are not necessary for patients have also been imported,” he said.

Dr. Wijewickrama said that in the list of medicines given for the approval of the Evaluation Committee of the NMRA, about 270 types of drugs have not been registered in the country.

On various occasions, the Sri Lanka Medical Association has informed the Ministry of Health and the President to prevent the importation of unnecessary medicines into the country. However, there has been no outcome despite having a series of discussions in this regard.

Source – Aruna

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Dan Priyasad not dead – police (Update)

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6 hours ago

April 22, 2025

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The Police Media Spokesman says that political activist Dan Priyasad is not dead, but is in critical condition at the Intensive Care Unit.

Previously, the police had stated that Priyasad had succumbed to his injuries after being shot at a housing complex in Salamulla, Wellampitiya.

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Dan Priyasad dies after being shot

Political activist Dan Priyasad has been died after being fatally shot today (April 22).

According to the police, he was shot at a housing complex in Salamulla, Wellampitiya by two two unidentified individuals, who had arrived at the scene on a motorcycle. They had fired at Priyasad before fleeing the scene.

Priyasad had passed away after being hospitalised.

Another person who received minor injuries in the incident, is being treated at hospital.

Wellampitiya Police are conducting further investigations.

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‘Sri Lanka Mirror’ Chief Editor’s mother passes away

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8 hours ago

April 22, 2025

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We solemnly announce the passing of Mrs. Pushpa Ranjani Liyanage, cherished wife of late Milk Board manager – Mr. L.S. Rodrigo and the beloved mother of ‘Sri Lanka Mirror’ Chief Editor – Mr. Kelum Shivantha.

Remains will lie at Supreme Rest Funeral Parlour, Kelanimulla from 11.00am to 10.30pm on April 23 and on April 24 morning.

Final rites will be held at the Pilapitiya Cemetery crematorium on April 24 at 3.00 pm.

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Country has sufficient insulin stocks – Nalinda

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9 hours ago

April 22, 2025

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Minister of Health Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa has assured that the government has already distributed sufficient insulin stocks for the next four months.

Therefore, he urged the public not to have any unnecessary fears over the matter.

Speaking earlier today (April 22) during the weekly Cabinet briefing, he assured that there is enough insulin available in the country until September this year.
He added that measures are taken to maintain medicine stocks sufficient for a period of four to six months to prevent any shortages.