The naval personnel attached to SLNS Vijayaba in Nilaveli, Eastern Naval Command arrested seven local fishermen engaged in illegal fishing activities using explosive in the sea area North of Erakkandi on Tuesday.
Along with the suspects 2 dinghies, 3 pairs of diving fins, a banned fishing net (Monofilament Net) and oxygen cylinders were also taken in to the naval custody. The apprehended persons and the belongings were handed over to Kuchchaweli Police through Area Fisheries Inspector for onward legal action.
The Constitutional Council has approved four nominees, proposed by the President, to fill vacancies in the Court of Appeal.
The Election Commission has announced the plan for leave for both public and private sector employees for the upcoming presidential election on September 21, 2024, without loss of salary or personal leave.
The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) will reduce fuel prices with effect from midnight today.
Leave Comments