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Son of Kajja responds to allegations linking his father to Wasim Thajudeen s case
Aruna Vidanagamage’s son, Kajja, publicly addressed allegations connecting his father to the Wasim Thajudeen case, following statements from his late father’s wife. The response was shared via social and electronic media. The incident occurred after Kajja’s recent murder in Middeniya. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113125
German national Pay Drechsel receives first residence visa under newly introduced visa scheme
Dr. Pay Drechsel, a German national, has received the inaugural residence visa under the newly launched Single Individual Investor Category, as per regulations published in the Extraordinary Gazette on November 27, 2023. This mark’s a significant step in the visa scheme’s implementation. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113124
Gazette issued on mandatory seat belts for all vehicles traveling on expressways
The Ministry of Highways has issued a gazette notification requiring all drivers and passengers in vehicles on expressways to wear seat belts. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113123
Actor Vijay s statewide tour called off days after 41 died in Karur rally stampede
Actor-politician Vijay has paused his statewide tour for two weeks following a tragic stampede in Karur, Tamil Nadu, which resulted in 41 fatalities and widespread public outrage. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113120
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45 students of Bakamuna school hospitalised due to food poisoning
Approximately 45 students from a primary school in Bakamuna, Hingurakgoda, have been hospitalized due to food poisoning. The incident has led to concerns about food safety at the school. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113118
Business chambers file petition challenging VAT collection without refund system and abolition of SVAT
Business chambers, including the Free Trade Zone Manufacturers Association and the National Chamber of Commerce, have filed a writ application in the Appeals Court challenging the Inland Revenue Department’s decision to collect VAT without a refund system, citing concerns over the abolition of the SVAT. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113116
Gaza flotilla says Israeli vessels intimidated its boats as it nears blockade
The international flotilla aiming to deliver aid to Gaza reported that Israeli vessels intimidated its boats through dangerous maneuvers as they approached the blockaded area. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=113115