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Mahapola scholarship allowance & bursary raised
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved an increase in the Mahapola Scholarship allowance for state university students to Rs. 7,500, and the bursary to Rs. 6,500, effective from April 2025, according to Cabinet Spokesman, Minister Bandula Gunawardana.
Both student unions and the Federation of University Teachers’ Association (FUTA) have voiced concerns over the delayed raise in the Mahapola Scholarship, staging numerous protests over the past year.
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SLAF Bell 212 crashes into Maduru Oya
A Sri Lanka Air Force Bell 212 helicopter belonging to the No. 72 squadron has crashed into the Madhuru Oya reservoir this morning, Air FOrce Media Spokesman Eranda Geeganage said.
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Popular tutor gets bail
Popular grade five tuition teacher, Hayeshika Fernando wanted over assaulting a 21 year old youth was granted bail today after she surrendered to courts.
- May 13, 2025 - 176 - 0
Largest haul of smuggled kush detected; Customs
A British national had been arrested over attempting to smuggle in the largest haul of kush( drugs) from Thailand, customs said.
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