Communist Party demands withdrawal of terrorism, organised crime Bills
The Communist Party of Sri Lanka has urged the government to withdraw two security Bills, saying they threaten democratic freedoms and fundamental rights.
Harini’s CNN Constitution remarks: Gevindu demands explanation
Former SLPP MP Gevindu Cumaratunga says the government must explain what Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya meant by an all-inclusive new Constitution.
5,000 tonnes of battery acid may enter Sri Lanka’s environment each year, CEJ warns
The Centre for Environmental Justice says improper lead-acid battery recycling and more than 2,000 reported lead-smelting operations threaten workers, communities and the…
Shadab Khan century and last-wicket stand rescue Pakistan
Shadab Khan scored a century and shared a record last-wicket partnership as Pakistan turned a match that looked lost into a victory.
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Roadworthiness checks only for commercial vehicles, DMT says
The Department of Motor Traffic says its planned roadworthiness certificate would cover only commercial passenger and goods vehicles, not private cars.
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More BusinessCPC weighs fuel price hike as LIOC, Sinopec and RM Parks cut back supplies
The CPC is considering raising fuel prices after LIOC, Sinopec and RM Parks, which handle 45 percent of fuel, limited their operations.
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Chaminda Vaas to join Delhi Capitals as fast bowling coach
Former Sri Lanka fast bowler Chaminda Vaas is set to become Delhi Capitals' fast bowling coach as the IPL franchise rebuilds its…
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Sanctioned Iranian tankers: 40 sailors brought ashore at Galle
Sri Lanka coordinated the transfer of 40 Iranian sailors from tankers anchored off Galle for medical treatment, the Foreign Ministry said.