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Tunisian President Kais Saied sacked Brahim Chaibi, the minister of religious affairs, following widespread criticism after the deaths of dozens of Tunisians taking part in the Haj pilgrimage, the presidency said on Friday. MORE..
22 Jun 2024 (3:32 PM)
India s Marine Police on Friday detained two Sri Lankans who had allegedly sneaked into Indian waters in a fibre boat. They were taken into custody for interrogation, Indian media reported. MORE..
22 Jun 2024 (12:25 AM)
President Ranil Wickremesinghe emphasized the imperative of not forgetting the hardships endured in the past due to shortages of essential resources such as medicines, fuel and fertilizers critical for the country. MORE..
22 Jun 2024 (12:12 AM)
The Department of Prisons has released 289 inmates from prisons across the island today (June 21) under a special state pardon granted by President Ranil Wickremesinghe in view of Poson Poya Day. MORE..
21 Jun 2024 (1:44 PM)
The Department of Meteorology has issued an Amber advisory for strong winds and rough seas for the sea areas off the coasts extending from Mannar to Chilaw via Puttalam and from Hambantota to Pottuvil. MORE..
22 Jun 2024 (12:24 PM)
