Today’s News Digest: Your go-to summary of the key events and headlines that shaped the day. From major developments to breaking news, we bring you everything that happened today, all in one quick and easy read.
COPA exposes major vehicle registration fraud at DMT, raps officials
A COPA meeting discussed a series of audits where widespread fraud at Sri Lanka’s Department of Motor Traffic, including illegal vehicle imports, manipulated registrations, and significant financial losses to the state were exposed. COPA criticized the department’s lack of action, demanding disciplinary measures, criminal investigations, and greater transparency.
Gammanpila acquitted in fraud case involving Australian national
Former MP Udaya Gammanpila and another suspect were acquitted by the Colombo High Court in a financial fraud case involving an Australian national. The verdict follows a nine-year trial over allegations of forgery and misappropriation of Rs 21 million.
Several State entities recommended for closure
A Cabinet-appointed committee has proposed restructuring 160 state-owned non-commercial institutions, including liquidating the Mahaweli Authority and ICTA, and merging several media and agricultural bodies. The recommendations aim to improve public service delivery and operational efficiency.
Traffic fine payments could soon be made via the Govpay platform.
The ICTA says steps are underway to enable traffic fine payments via Govpay, the official online platform for government services. ICTA Board Member Harsha Purasinghe stated that groundwork is complete and an agreement will be signed soon to implement the service.
Health officials warn of Chikungunya spike
Health authorities have reported a resurgence of the Chikungunya virus in Colombo and Kotte, urging the public to eliminate mosquito breeding sites to curb its spread. The virus, transmitted by infected mosquitoes, poses increased risk due to rains and heightened outdoor exposure during school holidays.
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