COLOMBO (News 1st); The diesel shortage in Sri Lanka has taken a serious toll on the country’s transport, agriculture, fisheries, tourism, and other sectors.Across many areas, people were seen waiting in line since Tuesday (1) night to obtain fuel for their vehicles and machinery.In Kelaniya, people alleged that filling stations were only pumping fuel for those in high positions, and the common man is refused fuel despite waiting in line.Similar scenes were witnessed across many filling stations in the country, while in some cases the local police were called in to maintain order in the distribution of fuel.IGP C.D Wickramaratne has ordered all Senior Police Officers to ensure that law and order, and peace are maintained at filling stations, given the present crisis situation.In some places, people took to the streets to protest against the failure to ensure a smooth supply of fuel, after filling stations claimed that they had run out of fuel.These protests were taking place at a time when two more ships carrying Diesel are scheduled to arrive in the country on Wednesday (2) and Thursday (3).Secretary of the Ministry of Energy K.D.R Olga said that one of the ships will reach Colombo with 33,000 MT of Auto Diesel and 7000 MT of Super Diesel.The other ship will reach Colombo with 28,000 MT of Diesel and 9,000 MT of Jet fuel, the Secretary said.She said that steps are being taken to open letters of credit for the relevant ships.Secretary to the Ministry of Energy K.D.R Olga stated that two more ships carrying furnace oil are scheduled to arrive on the 6th and 7th, March 2022.Meanwhile, the Ministry of Energy stated that NO ship carrying fuel to Sri Lanka has been rejected.Secretary to the Ministry K.D.R Olga said that.

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Newark wants to shut down Lukoil gas stations

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The Pandemic Hit Women Hard; Here's What Leaders Must Do Next

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Man dies after being shot in neck near Hunting Park Recreation Center, police say

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AAA: Traveler confidence rebounding in 2022 as COVID-19 cases drop

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What’s next in Ontario’s schedule to remove public health measures?

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Most members of LOONA diagnosed with COVID-19

LOONA have tested positive for COVID-19.On February 28, Blockberry Creative announced via LOONA’s fan cafe that three of the girl group’s members, Haseul, Yeojin and Vivi had been diagnosed with the virus two days prior. As a result, the group will not be participating in the filming for episode of the upcoming second season of Mnet’s TV competition Queendom.Earlier today (March 1), the agency shared that other eight members – Heejin, Kim Lip, Jinsoul, Choerry, Yves, Chuu, Go Won and Olivia Hye – have also been diagnosed with COVID-19 since their previous announcement.

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COVID-19: Toronto District School Board receives 1st shipment of medical masks for students

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Police identify burned remains found on pathway near Kelly Drive

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Chef José Andrés, World Central Kitchen set up near Ukraine border to feed refugees

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US officials plan for next pandemic phase as vaccine uptake drops globally

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Russia-Ukraine conflict: EU will introduce ‘massive and targeted’ sanctions following Putin’s actions, von der Leyen says

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No shortage of essential goods; necessary measures taken – Basil

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Body found burned near Kelly Drive identified as male, police say

PHILADELPHIA - Philadelphia police now say a body that was found burned near Kelly Drive has been identified as an unknown male. A police source tells FOX 29 that the victim is estimated to be between the ages of 10 and 20. The source added that the incident is now being investigated as a homicide. Investigators say someone found the human remains near Brewery Hill and Kelly Drive Sunday, around noon.The remains were taken to the medical examiner’s office for evaluation. More information on the victim’s cause of death has not yet been released.___DOWNLOAD: FOX 29 NEWS APP | FOX 29 WEATHER AUTHORITY APPSUBSCRIBE: Good Day Digest Newsletter | FOX 29 Philly on YouTubeAdvertisementFOLLOW: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

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Video captures Black Hawk helicopter crash near Utah ski slopes

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Gammanpila admits that Diesel supply was restricted

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Ahmaud Arbery what's next: Legal battles connected to Georgia man's killing

BRUNSWICK, Ga. - Nearly two years to the day 25-year-old Ahmaud Arbery was fatally shot while running through a neighborhood in Brunswick, Georgia, the three men who chased him were convicted of hate crimes. The guilty verdicts in the seven-day trial come months after Travis McMichael, Gregory McMichael and William "Roddie" Bryan were convicted of murder. The verdicts, however, are likely not to be the last chapter in the saga that may unfold in courtrooms for years to come.JURY FIND MEN WHO KILLED AHMAUD ARBERY GUILTY OF HATE CRIMESOn the courthouse steps, Wanda Cooper-Jones indicated her son can "rest in power," after the three men involved in his death stood trial. She said the family's fight, however, is far from over. "We've come a long way, but we're not done," she said.AHMAUD ARBERY'S FAMILY PLEASED MEN FOUND GUILTY OF HATE CRIMES IN SON'S DEATHFor the federal case, Judge Lisa Godbey Wood gave the McMichaels and Bryan two weeks to file an appeal of the verdict. A date for the sentencing hearing has not been set, but the charges carry a maximum of life in prison.WHO WAS AHMAUD ARBERY?As for criminal charges, defendants' attorneys previously indicated that they planned to file appeals.

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Royal Caribbean, Norwegian, Carnival cruise lines to ease mask mandates

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Sri Lanka’s Power Crisis worsens: 4 hr cuts on Wednesday (23)

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Happy Twosday!: 2-22-22 marks a palindrome date hundreds of years in the making

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Next Covid variant could be worse than infectious Omicron, Chris Whitty warns

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Woman, 56, critical after being shot multiple times in West Oak Lane, police say

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Education Department erases $415M in student loan debt for 16,000 borrowers

announced this week it will cancel $415 million in federal student loans by nearly 16,000 borrowers allegedly misled by for-profit colleges.The borrowers, who attended DeVry University, ITT Technical Institute, Westwood College and the Minnesota School of Business/Globe University, will receive the relief through a legal provision known as borrower defense, which allows individuals to discharge some or all of their student loan debt if their school misled them or otherwise engaged in other misconduct. "The department remains committed to giving borrowers discharges when the evidence shows their college violated the law and standards," Education Secretary Miguel Cardona said in a statement Wednesday.The department found that between 2008 and 2015, DeVry University, a for-profit university headquartered in Illinois, repeatedly misled students by claiming that 90% of its graduates actively seeking employment landed a job in their field of study within six months of graduation. The job placement level was actually closer to 58%, according to the department.The department has so far identified about 1,800 borrowers who will be eligible for more than $71 million in discharges because they "relied upon DeVry's misrepresentation in deciding to enroll." The number of borrowers who qualify for discharge is expected to grow as the department continues to review outstanding claims from former students.

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Boat launched by New Hampshire students in 2020 lands in Norway

Rye Jr. High School students launched a mini boat in 2020 that landed in Norway last week. (Photo courtesy of Rye Jr.

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Police investigating late-night shootings in North Philadelphia, Kensington

PHILADELPHIA - Philadelphia police are investigating two separate shootings that took place in the last 24 hours.Police are searching for suspects who they say shot a woman in the leg Sunday night in North Philadelphia.The shooting took place at 17th and Clearfield while she was in her car, authorities said.According to police, the suspects fled in a small white Sedan.The woman is at Temple Hospital in stable condition.Police are also investigating after a man was shot on East Elkhart Street in Kensington just after midnight on Monday.The man was shot in the shoulder and taken to the hospital by police.There is no word on his condition. ___MORE LOCAL HEADLINES ___DOWNLOAD: FOX 29 NEWS APP | FOX 29 WEATHER AUTHORITY APPSUBSCRIBE: Good Day Digest Newsletter | FOX 29 Philly on YouTubeAdvertisementFOLLOW: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

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