Cabinet has decided to henceforth destroy all stocks of 'Beedi Leaves' that are confiscated by Sri Lanka Customs.
Up until now, beedi leaves imported to Sri Lanka without obtaining proper approval have been confiscated by Customs and were sold at auction following customs procedure. However, Cabinet has now decided to destroy such stocks taking into consideration the adverse impact beedi leaves have on those who consume them.
Popular grade five tuition teacher, Hayeshika Fernando wanted over assaulting a 21 year old youth was granted bail today after she surrendered to courts.
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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