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Police identify inmates responsible for recent prison clashes
More details emerge on Magazine Prison clash
Investigation launched into Kuruwita Prison and Pallansena Prison unrest
Joint mechanism to be established to strengthen security across all prisons
28 inmates injured during Pallansena Prison unrest admitted to Welikada Prison Hospital
Special announcement on tomorrow’s Grade 5 Scholarship Exam
Iran says deal on Strait of Hormuz is close but will not open the waterway by itself
2 arrested trying to throw parcels with drugs, contraband into Magazine Prison
Eight killed and 10 more injured after bus overturns in northern India
India, Sri Lanka ministers review key power projects; agree to strengthen energy partnership
Sri Lanka’s official reserves rise to USD 6.59 billion in July
Fairly heavy rainfall expected in some parts of the island tomorrow
Todd Blanche, Trump's ex-lawyer, confirmed as US attorney general
Sri Lanka’s dengue death toll rises to 64, cases cross 89,000
SLCERT warns public of large-scale, organised social media extortion racket
Indian govt pursuing early release of fishermen held in Sri Lanka: Jaishankar
Western Province branch of Petroleum Distributors’ Association to be launched tomorrow
CAA seizes canned fish worth Rs. 1.5 million from unlicensed facility in Pannala
Advisory issued for strong winds
2026 A/L Exam to begin on August 10; Special announcement issued to candidates
Typhoon Dolphin hits Japan's Okinawa, China shuts ports ahead of landfall
US Senate passes Russia sanctions bill that seeks 100% tariffs on India, four others
Red advisory issued for strong winds and rough seas
Special announcement on tomorrow’s Grade 5 Scholarship Exam
Chemmani mass grave: Human remains of over 500 persons excavated from single site for first time
Motorcyclists account for highest number of road accident deaths
Special announcement on tomorrow’s Grade 5 Scholarship Exam
Security heightened at Kuruwita Prison following deadly inmate clashes
Over 200 vehicles participate in 'Derana-Signal Colombo International Kite Festival' promo parade
'Independent Operations Centre members meet Malwatu chief prelate over proposed judicial amendments
Government deceived the public through false pledges – MP Dilith Jayaweera
UNP warns proposed extension of judges' retirement age risks sparking youth unrest
Adverse weather claims eight lives, affects over 16,000 people islandwide
Eight dead, over 11,000 affected by adverse weather Heavy rains expected after Thursday: Met. Dept.
Parliament heats up over judges’ retirement age 22A draft will be gazetted shortly: Justice Minister
“Chief Prelates did not oppose judicial reforms” Govt seeks to increase retirement age of all judges
Thai, Sri Lankan cultures celebrated at Thai festival 2026 held in Colombo
“There is another reason behind the rush” – Lawyers’ body questions judges’ retirement age move
New Constitution, land issues take centre stage as Tamil and Muslim leaders meet President
Mahara Prison Clash: Multiple investigations launched into Rs. 150 million damage
Bad weather wreaks havoc across Sri Lanka Warning for heavy rains, strong winds & landslides issued
“Prisoners’ safety must be guaranteed by the govt” Several factions demand answers from Minister
LPL 2026: Galle Gallants beat Jaffna Kings to clinch maiden Lanka Premier League title
India’s Sai Sudharsan ruled out of Sri Lanka Test series
LPL 2026 Final to be open to public free of charge
Infantino denies claims Uefa paid off alleged 'lover'
Messi's father Jorge dies aged 68 in Argentina
LPL 2026: Galle Gallants beat Jaffna Kings to clinch maiden Lanka Premier League title
India’s Sai Sudharsan ruled out of Sri Lanka Test series
LPL 2026 Final to be open to public free of charge
Infantino denies claims Uefa paid off alleged 'lover'
Free public admission announced for Sri Lanka-India Test series
Uefa says boycott may still go ahead as FA withdraws Infantino support
Iranian footballers who defied Tehran become Australian citizens
