One person was reported dead and five others were injured in a clash between two groups at a musical show in the Weeraketiya area last night.

The Police said an argument had ensued between a group of individuals who had attended the musical show and a street vendor, after which a member of the show’s organizing committee had intervened to diffuse tension.

However, the group is said to have assaulted the organizing committee member, after which other organizing committee members assaulted the group in return, with one person using a sharp weapon.

Six persons who sustained injuries in the attack had been admitted to the Weeraketiya Hospital after which one person had succumbed to injuries. 

The deceased has been identified as a resident of Morayaya in Weeraketya. One suspect has been arrested in connection to the death, while the Weeraketiya Police is conducting investigations. (Newswire/ Image- File pic)

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The time limit pertaining to the conclusion of musical shows has been amended as per an order of the Supreme Court of Sri Lanka. 

Minister of Tourism Harin Fernando stated that the time limit has been changed as per the court order issued on a Fundamental Rights (FR) case.

Taking to Twitter, Minister Fernando stated that the original time limit to end the musical shows at 10 pm has been extended.

He said the amended time limit is as follows:

* Fridays and Saturdays – 1.00 AM

* Sundays -12.30 AM 

Minister Harin Fernando added that, however, a reasonable distance should be kept between the venue/ musical shows and hospitals and religious places. (NewsWire)

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