Fresh guidelines for vaccinated Sri Lankans arriving from some countries

Cameron says resolution on Lanka a crucial step

British Prime Minister David Cameron says the resolution on Sri Lanka adopted by the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) is a crucial step towards uncovering the truth about alleged war crimes in Sri Lanka, ensuring accountability for the past and respect for human rights now and in the future. Cameron said Britain is committed to standing up for those affected by Sri Lanka?s civil war, and has been instrumental in the United Nations (UN) investigation and adoption of this resolution. “I welcome t

03 Oct, 2015

Couple arrested with Rs 5 million worth heroin

The customs department arrested a?couple at the Bandaranaike International Airport today with 5 kilos of heroin. A 45 year old male and a 60 year old woman, both residents of Colombo, were arrested by the staff of the customs narcotic control unit. They had in their possession five packets of heroin weighing approximately 5 kilos?valued at Rs. 5 million The heroin had been concealed inside packets containing spices. The couple had arrived from Chennai. Investigations are being carried out by

04 Oct, 2015

Excise duty on arrack, beer, cigarettes increased

The?excise duty on arrack, beer and cigarettes have been increased with effect from today under the Excise ordinance by the Ministry of Finance. The excise duty on Molasses and Coconut arrack has been increased by Rs 110.00 from Rs 1485 ??????????????? to 1595 per Proof Liter.?Accordingly? the prices of a bottle of Arrack may be increased by Rs 60.00 The excise duty of country made foreign liquor has been increased by Rs 160.00 from Rs 1700 to Rs 1860 per proof liter.?Accordingly? the price of

03 Oct, 2015