Brown caterpillars spreading rapidly in Ampara: Dept. of Agriculture
The brown caterpillar infestation affecting paddy cultivations in the Ampara district is spreading rapidly, according to the Department of Agriculture.…
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China to launch new airline despite travel downturn
China’s second-biggest airline is to launch a new carrier despite a severe global downturn in passengers caused by the coronavirus…
Bollywood actor’s death fuels mental health debate
The death of Bollywood actor Sushant Singh Rajput on Sunday has sparked fresh discussions about mental health. The 34-year-old actor…
BIA departure terminal reopened for guests
The departure terminal of the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) has been re-opened for the guests accompanying passengers from this afternoon…
Bus fare not hiked under any circumstances – Amaraweera
The fare of private buses will not be hiked under any circumstances, stated the Minister of Passenger Transport Management…
AG concludes action in 19,091 criminal cases since January 2019
The Attorney General’s Department says it has concluded a total number of 19,091 criminal cases between January 2019 and May…
Woman hatches ducks from Waitrose eggs
A woman has hatched three ducklings called Beep, Peep and Meep from eggs she bought in Waitrose. Charli Lello, 29,…
India to use 500 train carriages as wards in Delhi
India is to convert another 500 railway carriages to create 8,000 more beds for coronavirus patients in Delhi, amid a…
Police set out to remove illegal election posters, cutouts
The Police have decided to implement a special operation to remove illegal posters and cutouts related to the upcoming general…
Minimum age of labor increased up to 16 years
The minimum age of labor will be increased from 14 to 16 years as per the Cabinet decision, said Minister…