"The New Wings" organisation held a protest in front of the Fort Railway Station this evening against alleged serious violations of human rights of the country's citizens. The organisation noted that harassment of journalists and civil rights activists has increased in recent times. It also accused the Government of misusing Penal Code and Prevention of Terrorism Act to curtail freedom of expression.
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Popular grade five tuition teacher, Hayeshika Fernando wanted over assaulting a 21 year old youth was granted bail today after she surrendered to courts.
A British national had been arrested over attempting to smuggle in the largest haul of kush( drugs) from Thailand, customs said.
First Bishop of the Batticaloa Diocese, Retired Bishop Joseph Ponnaiya, passed away today at the age of 74, following a brief illness.
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