At least 47 students of Lindula Raniwatta Tamil Maha Vidyalaya were admitted to the General hospital after they had breathing difficulties by possible peculiar poisoning today.
The students were subjected to a bad smell when a farmer sprayed chemical ingredients to the vegetables in the garden, which is located adjacent to the school.
Some students were fainted while others had difficulties in breathing and continuous vomiting.
Former State Minister Lohan Ratwatte passed away today while receiving treatment at a private hospital in Colombo, his family said. He was 57. Recently, he was admitted to hospital following an illness.
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A NPP MP has proposed that in the event of a dog bite caused by non-vaccinated domesticated pet dog, the owner of the pet should be called to pay for the treatment expenses incurred by the state run hospital.
Among the top news stories reported today were the passing away of former State Minister Lohan Ratwatte, questioning of NPP Leader Wimal Weerawansa by the CID over the remarks he made about the Easter Sunday attack investigations and a protest march held in Borella calling an end to Israel’s continued bombardment of Gaza.
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