A section of a dead whale’s body was discovered washed ashore in the Maradana area of Beruwala, the Department of Wildlife Conservation said.

According to the department, the remains were fully decomposed, and due to the strong stench, wildlife officers from the Hikkaduwa National Park acted swiftly to dispose of the carcass.

The matter is scheduled to be reported to court today (27). (Newswire)

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A supermarket in Beruwala has been fined Rs. 1 million by the Kalutara Magistrate’s Court for selling locally produced Keeri Samba rice above the government‑mandated Maximum Retail Price (MRP).

The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) revealed that the outlet was selling rice at Rs. 355 per kilogram, far exceeding the gazetted MRP of Rs. 260 per kilogram. 

During a raid, officers found 5kg packs priced at Rs. 1,775, well above the legal limit.

Legal action was initiated by CAA’s Kalutara District Investigative Officers, and when the case was taken up, the defendants pleaded guilty to violating the Consumer Affairs Authority Act. The court imposed the fine on July 17.

The CAA has urged consumers to remain vigilant, check the printed MRP when purchasing essential goods, and report traders charging above the controlled price or selling substandard and expired food products to its hotline 1977. (Newswire/ AI Image)

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Sri Lanka’s first Boat Launching Ramp was officially opened yesterday (11) at the Beruwala Fisheries Harbour, marking a significant step in uplifting the country’s boat export industry.

Constructed by the Ministry of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development at a cost of Rs. 76 million, the ramp is designed to support the growth of the boat manufacturing sector, which has been identified as a major emerging export industry in Sri Lanka’s future economic development.

The inaugural ceremony was attended by Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development Sunil Handunneththi, Deputy Minister of Fisheries, Aquatic and Fisheries Resources Rathna Gamagamage, Kalutara District MP Chandima Hettiarachchi, and Ministry Secretary Thilaka Jayasundara.

Minister Handunneththi said in a statement that equipped with modern technology and facilities, the new ramp will allow entrepreneurs to launch locally manufactured boats more safely and efficiently, reducing production costs and paving the way for Sri Lanka’s boat industry to compete successfully in international markets. (Newswire)

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The Sri Lanka Navy has seized two multi-day fishing trawlers off the Southern Coast with narcotics on board.

According to Navy Media Spokesperson Commander Buddhika Sampath, one multi-day fishing trawler was seized with over 123 kilos of heroin valued at over Rs. 3 billion.

He said five suspects were also arrested during an operation conducted today (16) based on a tip-off from the Coast Guard and Police. 

The vessel has been brought to the Dickkowita Fisheries Harbour for further investigations. 

Meanwhile, a second multi-day fishing trawler has been seized off the coast of Beruwala today, Commander Buddhika Sampath said. 

According to the Navy Media spokesperson, the vessel was found to be carrying parcels of narcotics, which are yet to be inspected.

Six suspects were arrested following an operation conducted based on a tip-off by the Navy Intelligence.

The vessel is being brought to the Dickkowita Fisheries Harbour for further investigations.

Watch : https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1LKf6S2r1G/  (Newswire)

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A fuel station in Beruwala was raided last night (14 Jan) by officers of the Kalutara District Consumer Affairs Authority and found to have concealed nearly 6,400 litres of 92 Octane petrol, despite claiming it was unavailable to customers.

The raid was carried out following information received by the Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) that certain fuel stations across the island were inconveniencing vehicle owners during nighttime hours by falsely claiming that 92 Octane petrol was out of stock, while instead selling higher-priced Euro 3 petrol.

During the inspection, it was revealed that officials of the relevant fuel distribution company had instructed the station to sell Euro 3 petrol at night, claiming 92 Octane petrol was unavailable.

The station management disclosed these facts during the raid. The seized fuel stock has been taken into official custody and sealed, while further investigations are underway. 

Legal action is scheduled to be filed against the suspects before the Kalutara Magistrate’s Court tomorrow. (Newswire)

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The membership of six members from the opposition, Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) party, has been suspended.

According to SJB General Secretary, Ranjith Madduma Bandara, this action was taken due to their support for the National People’s Power in establishing control over the Beruwala Urban Council.

Issuing a statement, Ranjith Madduma Bandara said that this step was initiated by the party’s management and working councils. (Newswire)

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A Chinese woman has been apprehended for allegedly attacking two Sri Lankan Police officers who had visited her to investigate claims of visa violations. 

According to Ada Derana, the Police officers had yesterday visited the 36-year-old woman, residing in Mangala Mawatha in Beruwala, based on a complaint. 

However, as an argument had ensued and escalated between the two parties, the Chinese woman had attacked the Police officers with an object in the garden.

The two Police Officers have been referred to the Judicial Medical Officer at the Kalutara Nagoda Teaching Hospital. 

The arrested Chinese woman is expected to be produced before the Kalutara Magistrate’s Court. 

The Beruwala Police is conducting investigations into the incident. (NewsWire)

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