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President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has instructed officials of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports to prepare plans aimed at producing athletes capable of achieving international success, promoting a sporting culture and building a healthier population.
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Several bank accounts belonging to Rakitha Rajapaksa, son of former Minister Wijeyadasa Rajapaksa, have been suspended, the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) has stated.
According to the Commission, the suspension notices were issued under the provisions of the Proceeds of Crime Act in connection with an ongoing investigation.
A team of CIABOC officers visited Rakitha Rajapaksa’s residence in Nawala to deliver the official notice regarding the suspension of the relevant bank accounts.
However, the Commission said that Rakitha Rajapaksa was not at home when the officers arrived.
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At least 39 people have been killed and dozens more injured after two high-speed trains collided in Spain.
The accident occurred shortly after 9.00 a.m. (0800 GMT) when a Renfe train and an Iryo train collided, causing two Iryo carriages to derail, according to a government spokesperson for the Castilla-La Mancha region.
Rail operator Adif said the high-speed rail line connecting Madrid with the southern Andalusia region has been suspended following.
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The Cabinet has approved a proposal to construct a new indoor stadium in Jaffna to strengthen indoor sports and improve sports infrastructure in the Northern Province.
The project, submitted by the Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, carries an estimated cost of Rs. 170 million.
The facility aims to support the growth of sports such as table tennis, tennis, badminton, netball, and chess, with a special focus on schools and local sports clubs.
Officials say the initiative is part of a broader effort to revitalize sporting and recreational facilities in the region and provide better opportunities for youth engagement.