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Journalist honored for his contributions to Palestine cause

Veteran journalist and author Latheef  Farook was honored  for his contribution to Palestinian cause for more than   half a century  .The award was given  by    Dr. Zuhair M.H. Zaid , Palestinian Ambassador in Sri Lanka and  Bimal Ratnaiake  MP and the President of Sri Lanka Committee for Solidarity with Palestinian People, SCSP, at a  ceremony held at the  Lotus Room …

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Al Hijri New Year 1445: Muharram begins –

The first month of the Islamic calendar starts on Wednesday, July 19, which means the Hijri year 1445 begins on that day. Muharram is the first of 12 months on the Islamic calendar. It is one of four sanctified months that are of particular reverence – the others are Rajab (7th), Dhu Al Qaeda (11th) and Dhu Al Hijjah (12th). …

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Saudi Arabia donates 50 tons of dates to Sri Lanka

The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia donated 50 tons of dates to the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka. His Excellency Khalid Hamoud Alkahtani, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Sri Lanka, officially handed over this consignment of dates to Hon. Vidura Wickremanayake, Minister of Buddhashasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs, …

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National Fuel Pass Link

Link    http://fuelpass.gov.lk/ A fuel pass has been introduced to ensure a weekly fuel quota for motorists. Energy Minister Kanchana Wijesekera said that the ‘National Fuel Pass’ will guarantee a weekly fuel quota. ” A guaranteed weekly fuel quota will be allocated. 1 Vehicle per 1 NIC, QR code allocated once Vehicle Chassis number & details verified. 2 days of …

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Online booking launched for long-distance private buses

The National Transport Commission (NTC) has launched an online booking facility for long distance private buses starting from Colombo with effect from October 1. The Transport Ministry said passengers who travelled long distances would now have the opportunity of booking seats online through the website www.ntcbooking.lk. This facility was launched by Transport Minister Nimal Siripala de Silva at the Ministry …

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