The area at the Kumana National Park demarcated for leopard sightings has been closed off for tourists.
This decision was made following the death of a construction worker who was attacked by a leopard in the park yesterday (Apr 18), Wildlife Conservation Department Director General M.G.C Sooriyabandara said.
A wildlife officer who was also attacked by a leopard within park yesterday is currently receiving treatment at the Ampara Base Hospital.
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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