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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Islandwide travel restriction extended till June 14
The islandwide travel restriction will be extended till June 14, Army Commander General Shavendra Silva said. He said the restriction will not be relaxed any day in between and it will be lifted on June 14 at 4 am.
Read More »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 …
Read More »Author Asiff Hussein’s Contribution Recognized by President
Asiff Hussein, Author and Editorial Director of Sailan Muslim Website was conferred an award by President Maithripala Sirisena for his Contribution to People of Sri Lanka, a government publication produced by the Ministry of National Coexistence and Official Languages. The launching of 'People of Sri Lanka’ took place on the 18th July 2017 at the BMICH under the patronage of …
Read More »The book rustlers of Timbuktu: how Mali’s ancient manuscripts were saved
When Mali's historic city was taken by rebels, thousands of priceless ancient manuscripts came under threat. We report on a dangerous operation to smuggle the archive to safety At 5am on a Sunday morning, Mohamed Diagayeté was disturbed by an urgent banging on the door of his house in Timbuktu, on the southern edge of the Sahara desert. It was …
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