Report on 323 containers not missing, will be completed next week: Justice Minister
Minister of Justice Harshana Nanayakkara has rejected claims circulating on social media that the Parliamentary Select Committee report on the
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New tattoo regulations introduced to safeguard public future, says MP Thushari Jayasinghe
National People's Power (NPP) Member of Parliament Thushari Jayasinghe said that the newly introduced laws regarding tattoos in the coun
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PSTB sharply deviates from expert committee’s report
Political and legal sources said that the National People's Power (NPP) owed an explanation as to why the government disregarded the recommendations made by a Committee, headed by Senior President's Counsel Rienzie Arsekularatne, pertaining to the pr
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Committee on Public Finance approves Appropriation Bill for 2027
The Budget estimates, relating to the Appropriation Bill for 2027, the management of public revenue and expenditure, and priority development projects, were discussed and approved recently at the Committee on Public Finance in Parliament. These matte
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Today’s News Digest – October 30
Today's News Digest: Your go-to summary of the key events and headlines that shaped the day. From major developments to
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No-confidence motion against Speaker will not be debated on Nov 03
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Parliamentary Caucus proposes separate budget line for persons with disabilities
The Parliamentary Caucus for Persons with Disabilities has proposed introducing a separate budget line for persons with disabilities in the estimates of every ministry to ensure that their needs and concerns receive adequate attention.
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HRW: Organised Crime Bill violates rights standards
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Negombo prison riot compensation: Rights group accuses govt. of discrimination
By Shamindra Ferdinando The Committee for Protecting Rights of Prisoners (CPRP) yesterday said that families of remand prisoners killed in Negombo prison riot hadn't been paid compensation. Speaking on behalf of the committee attorney-at-law Senaka P
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COPF approves estimated Appropriation Bill for 2027 financial year
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Government or private hospital model ? COPE demands urgent decision on KDU Hospital
The Committee on Public Enterprises (COPE) has instructed authorities to urgently decide whether the General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University
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X-Press Pearl Compensation: Insurer’s PR campaigns & alleged political influence under scrutiny
The process of recovering compensation for the environmental damage caused by the MV X-Press Pearl maritime disaster has once again come under scrutiny, with Opposition MPs and media reports raising a number of questions. Serious concerns have emerge
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AI opposes draconian new laws to fight organised crime
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NCM against Speaker: New low in Parliament
NCM against Speaker: New low in Parliament
NPP parliamentary group divided over No-Confidence Motion against Speaker: Marikkar
Opposition calls for Speaker’s resignation, refuses to amend no-confidence motion
No-Confidence Motion Against Speaker Rejected by Committee He Chaired! Attorney General's Opinion Not Sought Despite Earlier Promise! A Serious Blow to Democracy, Says Opposition Leader's Office in Urgent Statement!
Opposition insists no-confidence motion against Speaker proceed
The Opposition completely rejected the government's programme and influence to change or amend the allegations contained in the no-confi
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Debate on no-confidence motion against Speaker scheduled for November 3
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Select Committee seeks political parties’ views on electoral system for PC elections
The Parliamentary Select Committee appointed to examine and report on the electoral system to be adopted for Provincial Council elections has obtained the views and proposals of several political parties. The views were presented at a meeting of the
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Cabinet approves submission of intellectual property agent regulations to Parliament
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal to submit amended regulations governing the registration of intellectual property agents to Parliament for approval.
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Government ready to take strict action against police officers who violate law: Minister
Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Ananda Wijepala has reiterated that strict action will be taken against police officers found to have acted outside the law.
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People of Kandy Demand Justice for Kavanthissa! VIDEO
Withdraw the Statements Made by Agriculture Minister Lal Kantha in Parliament!" Environmental Organisations Protest in Kandy, Demanding Justice for Kavanthissa's Killing.