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President directs to formulate new laws for swift disposal of seized drugs
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has instructed the creation of new laws to expedite the disposal of seized drugs. He highlights the importance of balancing the confiscation of illegal drugs with rehabilitating individuals suffering from addiction. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115121
UK minister flags visa abuse as student asylum claims surge
UK Indo-Pacific Minister Seema Malhotra addressed concerns over rising asylum claims from foreign students post-studies during her visit to India, while defending the government’s immigration policies. The minister highlighted potential visa abuse linked to this trend. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115118
Govt plans to limit rice imports and increase paddy production Minister
The government plans to restrict rice imports and enhance paddy production, as discussed in a meeting at the Presidential Secretariat. This initiative aims to address challenges faced by paddy farmers. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115117
Terror suspect in Easter Sunday bombings seeking asylum in UK report
A suspect linked to the 2019 Sri Lanka Easter Sunday bombings is reportedly seeking asylum in the UK, as per British media reports. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115115
Five arrested over removal of signboards at archaeological sites in Batticaloa released on bail
Five people arrested for removing signboards at archaeological sites in Batticaloa District have been released on bail. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115114
Woman arrested in Moratuwa for illegally acquiring assets remanded
A woman was arrested in Moratuwa for illegally acquiring property with funds linked to drug trafficking. She has been remanded following the charges against her. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115113
No incidents of sexual harassment took place involving Parliamentary staff, inquiry finds
An inquiry into potential sexual harassment involving a female Parliament employee concluded that no incidents occurred. The committee confirmed the absence of any form of sexual misconduct among Parliamentary staff. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115108
Australian Sen. Pauline Hanson suspended from Parliament for wearing burqa in protest
Australian Senator Pauline Hanson was suspended from Parliament for the remainder of the year after wearing a burqa as a protest for a national ban on the garment. The incident highlights her ongoing campaign against the burqa in Australia. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115107