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Suspected narcotics haul recovered from southern seas brought to Tangalle Harbour

UPDATE: The 51 packages discovered floating in the seas off the southern coast, recovered by the Sri Lanka Navy and brought to the Tangalle Fisheries Harbour, have been confirmed to contain ‘ice’ (crystal methamphetamine), hashish, and heroin, according to the Sri Lanka Navy. MORE..

President directs officials to fully utilize funds allocated for this year’s dev projects

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake emphasized that state officials have a vital responsibility as the key intermediary mechanism in ensuring that the benefits of government development projects reach the people. MORE..

Israel says it opens fire on suspects in Gaza, local authorities report six killed

Israel’s military said it opened fire on Tuesday to remove a threat posed by suspects who approached its forces in the northern Gaza Strip, and health authorities in the enclave said at least six Palestinians had been killed by Israeli fire. MORE..

‘Ratama Ekata’ National Operation to combat drug menace gets Cabinet nod

The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval to establish a National Operational Council to implement an emergency rapid program titled “Ratama Ekata – National Operation,” an initiative which aims to eradicate the drug menace and rehabilitate drug addicts through broad public participation. MORE..

Cabinet approval to import Ponni Samba rice due to Keeri Samba shortage

The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval to allow rice importers to import up to 520 metric tons of Ponni Samba rice per importer without permits, as an alternative to Keeri Samba, which is reported to be in short supply in the local market. MORE..

Trump ‘looking forward’ to Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire deal at ASEAN summit, Malaysia says

U.S. President Donald Trump will visit Malaysia on October 26, Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan said on Tuesday, adding that he was “looking forward” to witnessing a ceasefire deal between Southeast Asian neighbours Thailand and Cambodia. MORE..

Police reveal how Ishara Sewwandi fled to Nepal

Ishara Sewwandi, who is wanted as a main suspect in the murder of organized crime gang member Sanjeewa Kumara Samararatne, was arrested in Nepal following a special operation carried out in that country, under diplomatic assistance, Police stated. MORE..

Easter Sunday attacks: Court to hear petition on commission recommendations against Nilantha Jayawardena

The Court of Appeal today (14) ordered that a hearing be held on March 24, 2025 to examine the facts of a writ petition filed requesting that instructions be issued to the Attorney General and the Inspector General of Police...MORE..

Motor Traffic Dept. confirms no disruptions to its services

The Department of Motor Traffic states that its operations are continuing without any interruptions. MORE..

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PM Harini holds talk with Chinese President Xi Jinping (English)

PM Harini holds talk with Chinese President Xi Jinping (English)

President directs officials to fully utilize funds allocated for this year’s dev projects (English)

Police reveal how Ishara Sewwandi fled to Nepal (English)

Cabinet approval to import Ponni Samba rice due to Keeri Samba shortage (English)

Health Minister elected chair of WHO’s 78th South-East Asia Regional Committee session (English)

Police officer arrested over Mt. Lavinia court incident granted bail (English)

PM Harini reaffirms Sri Lanka’s commitment to advancing women’s rights and equality (English)

New Secretary appointed to Ministry of Housing, Construction and Water Supply (English)

Over Rs. 4 billion in unpaid assessment taxes within Colombo MC area - COPA reveals (English)

Daily wage of plantation workers will be increased to Rs. 1,750 before year-end: President (English)

Theatrics of anti-corruption will never alleviate poverty in Sri Lanka - Dilith (English)

Ministry Secretary responds to allegations of CWC over deeds for estate workers (English)

Financial system stability expected to be maintained - CBSL report (English)

Education reforms to ensure that aesthetics occupy central place in child's development - PM (English)

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What you need to know as Microsoft ends Windows 10 support

What you need to know as Microsoft ends Windows 10 support

Windows 10 support ends Oct. 14; Microsoft urges users to upgrade

Windows 10 support ends Oct. 14; Microsoft urges users to upgrade

Crypto crash wipes out $19 billion after Trump’s 100% China tariffs spark sell-off

Crypto crash wipes out $19 billion after Trump’s 100% China tariffs spark sell-off

Ferrari lifts the hood on EV tech in maiden electric car

Ferrari lifts the hood on EV tech in maiden electric car

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Taylor Swift net worth surpasses $2 billion following ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ album success

Taylor Swift net worth surpasses $2 billion following ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ album success

Hollywood remembers Diane Keaton: Co-stars and fans celebrate a singular talent

Hollywood remembers Diane Keaton: Co-stars and fans celebrate a singular talent

Rowan Atkinson returns in Netflix’s Man vs Baby, set to premiere on Dec 11

Rowan Atkinson returns in Netflix’s Man vs Baby, set to premiere on Dec 11

Derana Cinema of Tomorrow winner “Vihanga Premaya” secures global release via Lanka Events & IFMN

Derana Cinema of Tomorrow winner “Vihanga Premaya” secures global release via Lanka Events & IFMN

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Sri Lanka post 258/6 against New Zealand in ICC Women’s WC

Sri Lanka post 258/6 against New Zealand in ICC Women’s WC

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