The foundation stone was laid today (18) for the construction of the country's first ever factory dedicated towards producing insulin for diabetic patients.
The foundation stone for the factory was laid at the Koggala free trade zone.
The factory, which is an investment of Rs 3.5 billion, is scheduled to be completed within two years. It is part of the programme initiated by Pharmaceutical Production, Supply and Regulation State Minister Prof. Channa Jayasumana to promote manufacturing of pharmaceutical drugs within the country.
A Thai woman walking topless in Arugam Bay town has been arrested by the Police.
The Cabinet has approved a proposal for Sri Lankans overseas to apply for their passports through an online system via the Lankan diplomatic missions.
Ajith Gallage, the owner of a Bird Park in Nagarawawa, Hambantota, has been remanded over allegations of concealing illegally imported motorcycles, in a warehouse owned by him.
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