Bus drivers who play music over the 80 dB (decibel) sound range in their vehicles would face harsh punishments in future, National Transport Commission (NTC) Chairman Janaka Mallimarachchi said.
He added that NTC officials would apprehend these bus drivers during operations that would be carried out in civilian clothing.
Mr. Mallimarachchi also noted that only patriotic songs would be played in 'Sisu Seriya' school buses in future. These measures, he said were taking place under the directives of Minister of Transport Arjuna Ranatunga.
A Thai woman walking topless in Arugam Bay town has been arrested by the Police.
The UK government has unveiled a package of reforms to simplify imports from developing countries which allows for more garments manufactured in Sri Lanka to enter the UK tariff-free.
The Cabinet has approved a proposal for Sri Lankans overseas to apply for their passports through an online system via the Lankan diplomatic missions.
Cabinet has approved the appointment of Commodore (retired) M.B.N.A. Premaratne of the Sri Lanka Navy, as the new Commissioner General of Excise.
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