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MV Empress luxury cruise ship arrives in Trinco (Pics)

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2 years ago

June 8, 2023

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India’s first luxury cruise ship to Sri Lanka – MV Empress of Cordelia cruises, reached Trincomalee today (June 08).

Eastern Province governor – Sentil Thodaman and a team of officials from the governor’s office, Eastern Commander of Naval Base, Deputy General of Police, and Assistant Superintendent of Police in the region had welcomed the vessel.

The Governor’s office notes that special arrangements have been scheduled for tourists to visit tourist sites in Trincomalee.

The MV Empress, which was flagged off on June 05 by the Indian Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways – Sarbananda Sonowala, initially arrived at Hambantota yesterday (June 07).

Following the visit to Trincomalee, the ship will also be visiting Kankesanthurai in Jaffna district, before heading back to Chennai.

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

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34 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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37 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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57 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.