November 14, 2024
As the Minister in charge the President has instructed me to develop the Ornamental Fish industry in Sri Lanka, on which directive I have taken steps to action a massive programme through the National Aquatic Resources Agency (NARA). It is expected that Sri Lanka can earn an income of 2000 million rupees by 2015 through the export of ornamental fish.
Police nab 660 drunk drivers
December 30, 2014Police Media Unit said that the special operation to nab motorists under the influence of liquor during the festive season was successful.
Tharunyata Hetak and Thilanga Sumathipala Foundation holds a Health Camp
December 30, 2014A free medical camp organized by the Tharunyata Hetak organization and the Thilanga Sumathipala Foundation was held at the Campbell Park in Borella on Monday (29). President Mahinda Rajapaksa joined the inauguration ceremony of the event.
Over 100 People Remain on Board a Ferry that Caught Fire in Greece
December 30, 2014Rome: There are still 115 people on the Greek ferry with Italian flag Norman Atlantic, where there was a fire that killed one and 70 hospitalized, noted today the Italian Navy.
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