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Man Arrested for Smuggling 18 Cattle in Jaffna; Police Seize Vehicle

The Chavakachcheri Police apprehended a suspect on Monday night for illegally transporting cattle from Jaffna without authorization.

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Shiva Senai Pledges to Resolve Thaithiddy Vihara Dispute Within Six Months

In a media briefing held today (Monday) at the Jaffna Media Center, members of the Shiva Senai organization assured that the Thaithiddy Vihara dispute will be resolved within six months.

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Jaffna Restaurant Owner Fined Rs. 40,000 for Unhygienic Kottu Preparation; Another Eatery Sealed

Jaffna authorities have imposed a fine of Rs. 40,000 on a restaurant owner for preparing kottu in an unhygienic manner, while another eatery in the area has been sealed for severe health violations.

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Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya Engages with Communities in Kilinochchi  

Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya participated in a series of significant events in Kilinochchi, engaging directly with the local community.

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Mannar Men’s College Honors Winners at 2024 Prize-Giving Ceremony

Mannar Correspondent: S.R. Lembart The 2024 Prize-Giving Ceremony of Mannar Men’s College, a leading educational institution dedicated to nurturing young minds, was held yesterday (February 13) at the Mannar Municipal Hall.

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Illegal Brothel Disguised as Massage Parlor Raided in Nuwara Eliya; Six Arrested

A so-called massage parlor operating as a front for illegal prostitution in the Pambarakale area along the Kandy-Nuwara Eliya main road was raided today.

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“Clean Sri Lanka” Initiative to Drive the Change People Expect – PM Harini Amarasuriya Calls for Unity

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has called on everyone to unite in bringing about the change people expect through the “Clean Sri Lanka” initiative.

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[UPDATE] Sudden Nationwide Power Outage Without Prior Notice

A nationwide power outage occurred abruptly at 11:15 AM today without any prior warning.

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SLMC MP Attacked by Sri Lanka Makkal Katchi Supporter in Eravur – Hospitalized

(By Kanagarasa Saravanan) A Sri Lanka Muslim Congress (SLMC) MP from Batticaloa district was attacked by a Sri Lanka Makkal Katchi (SLMK) supporter in front of the Eravur Police Station this morning (Saturday, 8th).

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Major Drug Bust in Kilinochchi: Two Arrested with 60kg of Cannabis

Kilinochchi police have arrested two suspects in Poonakari with 60 kilograms of cannabis in a high-stakes operation.

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