Former Ceylon Workers’ Congress (CWC) General Secretary, the Late Arumugam Thondaman’s ancestral home at Venton Estate in Kothmale was under fire early this morning. Belongings of the house, including several millions worth antique items have been completely destroyed in the fire.
Nuwara Eliya fire fighters rushed to the area and doused the fire after several hours. Cause of the fire is yet to be established. Kothmale police is conducting investigations. (PCK)
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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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